The Accidental MAID

Chapter 38 The Morning After

Briar

The soft golden sunlight slipping through the curtains slowly woke Briar from sleep.

For several quiet seconds, she simply stayed still beneath the warm blankets.

Comfortable.

Peaceful.

And honestly?

Completely content.

Then suddenly—

the memories from last night came rushing back all at once.

The wedding.

The vows.

The kiss.

Matheus.

Her cheeks immediately turned pink beneath the morning light.

Good Lord.

She was officially Mrs. Carvalho now.

And somehow—

that realization still made her heart flutter wildly.

Briar slowly opened her eyes afterward.

Only to find herself wrapped securely inside Matheus's arms.

The man was still asleep.

One arm protectively around her waist while her head rested naturally against his chest.

And honestly?

He looked unfairly handsome even while sleeping.

His dark hair slightly messy.

His breathing calm and steady.

His face completely relaxed.

For the first time since she met him, Briar realized something.

Matheus looked peaceful beside her.

Not the intimidating billionaire everyone knew.

Not the confident businessman.

Just... her husband.

The man who loved her deeply.

Her heart softened instantly.

Carefully, Briar lifted her hand slightly and admired her wedding ring beside the sapphire engagement ring.

Married.

Still unbelievable.

Her fingers unconsciously brushed lightly against Matheus's chest afterward.

The man stirred immediately.

Then slowly opened his eyes.

And the moment he saw her—

he smiled.

Sleepy.

Soft.

Dangerously beautiful.

"Good morning, wife."

Oh dear Lord.

That voice.

That word.

Wife.

Briar genuinely thought she might never get used to hearing it.

"Good morning, husband," she whispered shyly.

Matheus's smile widened immediately afterward.

Then suddenly—

he rolled on top of her.