Delphinia stirred awake, her body melting into the soft, plush mattress beneath her. For the first time in what felt like forever, she had slept peacefully. No nightmares, no restless tossing and turning—just blissful, uninterrupted sleep. She let out a content sigh, her lips curving into a small smile.
As her eyes fluttered open, she blinked in confusion. The ceiling above her wasn't familiar, and neither were the silky gray curtains drawn neatly to the side of the windows. She sat up slowly, her gaze darting around. This wasn't her room—the one she despised with its suffocating walls and heavy furniture that always made her feel trapped.
Her breath hitched as the memories of last night came rushing back. Evander. His lips brushing against hers. The way his voice had softened when he told her he missed her.