The sounds of the city filtered in through the window waking Mr and Mrs Leerstrom. The rush of the morning washed over Aryanna as she woke from slumber.
She rolled over to the side, Sebastian stared unblinkingly at her, taking in her beautiful features in the beauty of the morning.
Aryanna cupped his jaw in her hands, he let her without any resistance, the show of affection and vulnerability cut through her. When they married, she feared she had to comprise all of her to fit into his world, lose herself in the process to earn her place in his life while he stood indifferent in the sidelines.
However, his care surprised her. He put aside work for the over two weeks to tend to family matters and take half the weight on his shoulders. Keeping her by his side and performing his duties without complaint.
"How are you feeling now. I hope your wounds don't hurt so much," she voiced.
