Chapter 19 The Poke

• Caspian
• I woke up to the warm, golden light of the afternoon streaming through the room. As I slowly sat up, my gaze fell on her - Ava. She was sleeping peacefully beside me, her face a serene mask. Her dark and luscious eyelashes fluttered slightly with each gentle breath, and her plump and inviting lips seemed to beckon me closer.
• I felt an overwhelming urge to lean in, to press my lips to hers and savor the sweetness of her mouth. But I restrained myself, fighting against the primal desire that threatened to consume me.