Delphinia lay on the large, plush bed, staring at the ceiling with an impatient sigh. The sheets was soft against her skin, but it didn't stop the restless feeling that kept bubbling up inside her. She glanced at the clock on the nightstand—nearly midnight.
She turned onto her side, propping her head on her hand as her gaze wandered to Evander's empty side of the bed. The sheets remained untouched, neatly tucked under the pillow. Her lips pursed as a pang of worry prickled at her heart. He had been working late before, and while it wasn't unusual, something about tonight felt different.
Finally, she decided to get up. She swung her legs over the side of the bed, slipping her feet into the soft slippers waiting for her. Her silk nightgown swayed gently as she walked toward the door. The hallway was dimly lit, quiet, and peaceful, but it felt lonely without him.
