Chapter 24

Morning sunlight streamed through the window, casting a warm glow over the room. Roselyn stirred, her eyes fluttering open to find herself nestled in Alexander's arms, a sense of disorientation washing over her.

She jolted upright, shock etched on her face, her mind foggy and her head pounding with a relentless headache that threatened to shatter her very sanity.

Groggily, she scanned her surroundings, taking in the familiar contours of their bedroom, the plush carpet, and the elegant furnishings that seemed to blur together in her hazy state.

But her gaze snapped back to Alexander, her expression darkening with a mix of confusion and indignation.

"How dare you sleep beside me?" she demanded, her voice laced with indignation and a hint of accusation.

She jerked his shoulder, her fingers digging into his flesh with a force that belied her fragile state.

Alexander winced, but his eyes remained calm, his expression a mask of patience and understanding.