Chapter 216 Heart Ache

• The soft clink of porcelain stirred Serena from her sleep.
• For a moment, she stayed still, her lashes fluttering slightly as the scent of buttery toast, eggs, and something sweet like honeyed tea filled the room. The early morning sun filtered in through the curtains, casting golden lines across the bed. Her heart skipped a beat as she slowly opened her eyes and found Adriano standing at the side of the bed, holding a wooden breakfast tray with a small vase of fresh flowers, a covered plate, and a steaming cup of tea.
• He wasn't dressed in a suit for once. He wore a soft white shirt with the sleeves rolled up, the collar open, and his dark slacks hung low on his hips. His hair was still damp, curling slightly at the ends, like he had just stepped out of the shower moments ago.