Chapter 15: A New Day Together

The warmth of the morning sun peeked through the curtains as Shobie slowly opened her eyes. Beside her, Aya lay peacefully, her back turned, her breathing soft and steady. A gentle smile formed on Shobie's lips as she moved closer, wrapping her arms around Aya's waist and pressing a tender kiss on her shoulder.

"Good morning, my baby," Shobie whispered against her skin.

Aya stirred slightly, letting out a small hum before slowly turning her head to look at Shobie. "Mmm… good morning, love."

Shobie brushed a few strands of hair away from Aya's face. "Did you sleep well?"

Aya nodded, a sleepy smile appearing. "With you beside me? Always."

They stayed in each other's embrace for a moment before Aya stretched. "So, what do you want to do today?"

Shobie sighed, thinking. "Honestly? I just want to spend the whole day with you. Maybe go somewhere fun?"

Aya grinned. "That sounds perfect. But… we still need to talk about the mall."

Shobie's expression darkened slightly, remembering the horrors they had uncovered. "Yeah… we can't just ignore what's happening there."

Aya took Shobie's hand, squeezing it gently. "I know. But let's not let it consume us. We should still take care of ourselves, too."

Shobie nodded, appreciating Aya's thoughtfulness. "You're right. We'll figure things out, but for now… let's enjoy today."

Aya giggled. "Then let's start by taking a bath together."

Shobie smirked playfully. "I like the way you think."

Hand in hand, they got out of bed, making their way to the bathroom, where their laughter and teasing filled the air. The warm water washed away their worries, even if only for a little while.

After getting ready, they stepped out into the world together, ready to embrace the day ahead—one filled with love, laughter, and the strength to face whatever came next.