Suzy woke with a start, the soft morning light filtering through the curtains. She stretched, yawning widely, and blinked as she tried to adjust to the sudden brightness. To her surprise, the bed was empty. Where was Ryan? A wave of disappointment washed over her.
Doris entered the room, a gentle smile on her face. "Good morning, Milady" she said, her voice soft. "Shall I help you get ready?"
Suzy nodded, still groggy from sleep. As Doris helped her with her morning routine, her mind raced. Where was Ryan? Did he sleep here last night? Had he gone?
The silence in the room was heavy, a stark contrast to the usual chatter that filled the air as Doris prepared her for the day. Suzy tried to break the silence, but no words came to mind.
Finally, Doris spoke. "His Grace left very early this morning," she said, her voice filled with concern. "He didn't want to disturb your sleep."
