The morning sunlight filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow over the room. I stirred, my eyes fluttering open as I stretched, expecting to see Shadow beside me. But the bed was empty, and a sense of unease crept over me.
I sat up, my heart pounding as I scanned the room. A note lay on the bedside table, and I reached for it with trembling fingers. As I read the words, a knot formed in my stomach.
"Angel, I had some unexpected business to attend to. I'll be back before dinner. Don't worry. Love, Shadow."
I frowned, my mind racing with questions. What kind of business could he have that required him to leave so suddenly? And why didn't he wake me to let me know? Anxiety gnawed at me, and I pushed back the covers, swinging my legs over the side of the bed.
