Chirp, Chirp
The gentle sound of birds chirping floated through the open window, filling the wooden house perched on the mountain peak with a soft, tranquil melody.
"Hmmm..." Aether groaned, his body shifting beneath the covers as the growing light without a sun touched his face. He blinked slowly, his eyes fluttering open to greet the new day.
"Hmmm~" He let out a long, satisfied stretch, his muscles loosening as small crackling sounds echoed from his joints. His gaze drifted down to the figure curled up against him—Aqualina, resting peacefully on his chest, her breath soft and even.
A gentle smile tugged at Aether's lips. He reached down and playfully ruffled her hair, whispering in a soft, teasing voice, "Wakey, wakey~ It's morning, you know."
"Hmmm..." Aqualina let out a sleepy murmur, burying her face deeper into his chest, clearly not ready to leave the warmth of their bed.
Her refusal only made Aether chuckle.
"..."
