Shadows of the Past

Blood Traitors

As I emerged from the depths of sleep, the veil of dreams gradually lifted, dissipating like morning mist in the glow of the rising sun. The room was bathed in a soft, golden light filtering through the curtains, casting warm hues upon every surface. With each blink, I welcomed the gentle rhythm of Sebastian's breathing beside me, a familiar melody that soothed my restless soul.

Drawing closer to him, I savoured the tranquillity of our shared space, the events of the previous night lingering in my mind like wisps of memory. Emotions swirled within me, woven intricately into the fabric of our connection, each thread a testament to the depth of our bond. Gazing upon Sebastian's slumbering form, I felt a swell of gratitude wash over me, a profound appreciation for his steadfast love that had been my guiding light through tumultuous waters.

A tender smile graced my lips as I reached out to brush a stray lock of hair from his forehead, marvelling at the serenity etched upon his features. In this quiet sanctuary, cocooned within his embrace, I found solace and peace, a respite from the chaos of the world outside. It was a moment suspended in time, teeming with the promise of endless possibilities yet to unfold.

"Good morning, Beautiful," Sebastian's voice broke the silence, his eyes alight with affection as he noticed my awakening.

"Good morning, Seb," I replied, a smile dancing in my eyes.

"How did you sleep?" he inquired, his concern tender and genuine.

"Amazing, actually. No nightmares," I confessed, a sense of relief washing over me at the realization.

"That's good," he murmured, leaning in to kiss me, his lips a gentle caress against mine.As Sebastian's lips met mine in a tender morning kiss, I couldn't help but revel in the simple yet profound joy of our connection. The warmth of his affection washed over me, dispelling any lingering traces of unease or doubt. With him by my side, the world seemed to shrink to the size of our shared breaths, cocooning us in a bubble of tranquillity and love.

Pulling away from our embrace, Sebastian's gaze softened as he studied my features with unwavering affection. "I'm glad you slept well," he murmured, his voice a soothing melody that wrapped around my heart like a comforting embrace.

I returned his smile, feeling the weight of my worries lift with each passing moment. "Thank you for being here," I whispered, my voice barely above a breath. "For everything."

His hand found mine, fingers intertwining in a silent promise of steadfast companionship. "Always," he replied, his gaze holding mine in a silent vow of devotion.

In that fleeting moment, as the morning sun bathed us in its gentle light, I never wanted to leave this room. I wanted to linger in the cocoon of warmth and serenity, wrapped in Sebastian's embrace, shielded from the outside world. But reality beckoned, with its obligations and responsibilities, reminding us of the tasks that awaited us beyond these walls. Anne and Ominis were likely waiting, their curiosity piqued by our absence.

"We should get up," I murmured reluctantly, a frown tugging at the corners of my lips. Though the prospect of leaving our sanctuary filled me with a sense of melancholy, I knew that we couldn't stay here forever. Duty called, and we had to face it head-on.

Sebastian's reluctant groan elicited a soft chuckle from me, his playful demeanour a welcome distraction from the impending departure. With a shared understanding, we rose from the comforting embrace of the bed, ready to face whatever the day had in store for us.

As we made our way back to the common room, my thoughts couldn't help but drift back to the events of the previous night. The intimacy we shared, his hands, his mouth—