The morning sun filtered through the curtains, casting a soft golden glow across the room. I lay there for a moment, watching Riley's peaceful face as she slept beside me, her chest rising and falling in a steady rhythm.
Her presence filled me with warmth, and I couldn't help but smile, brushing a lock of hair away from her face.
Today was important, another step in introducing her to the world that I was born into. It was my responsibility to show her the demon realm from every angle, not just the grandeur of the palace but the simple beauty of village life the heartbeat of our kingdom.
I gently nudged her awake. "Good morning," I whispered, my voice soft as I leaned down to kiss her cheek.
Riley stirred, blinking her eyes open before smiling up at me. "Morning already?" she mumbled, still half asleep.
