~Alaric~
As the first light of dawn filtered through the curtains, I slowly emerged from the depths of sleep, my senses sharpening with each passing moment. The warmth of Azaria's body pressed against mine filled me with a sense of contentment, and a soft smile tugged at the corners of my lips. She was still sound asleep, her breathing steady and serene, her presence a soothing balm to my restless soul. I took a moment to just feel her, I examined that little fire that grew between us that pulse of energy that was like a loop each of us fueling the other.
But despite the tranquility of the moment, I could feel Bax stirring within me, his energy restless and eager for release. With a sigh, I gently extricated myself from Azaria's embrace, careful not to disturb her peaceful slumber. As I slipped out of bed, a pang of guilt washed over me at the thought of leaving her alone, but I knew Bax needed to stretch his legs, so to speak.
