Il suo zaffiro

chapter 10

The morning sunlight streamed through the curtains, coaxing my eyes open. I yawned, stretching my sore muscles, and instantly, memories of last night flooded back. My cheeks flushed as I recalled every detail, and I quickly looked around the room. Logan wasn't there.

With a sigh, I stood up and stretched again, feeling the pleasant ache in my limbs. I wandered into the bathroom, shedding my clothes and letting the warm water soothe my body in a long, relaxing bath. Afterward, I slipped into one of Logan's black tees and a pair of his boxers, feeling the familiar comfort of his scent surrounding me.

"That was the best birthday ever," I murmured to myself, smiling at the thought of spending it with people who actually cared. For once, I wasn't alone.

I left Logan's room and descended the stairs, calling out for him. "Logan?" My voice echoed in the silence. No response. I walked into the kitchen, where Sara was busy preparing something.

"Good morning, Sara," I greeted her.

She looked up from her work, smiling warmly. "Good morning, dear. You look like you had a good night last night."

Her comment made me freeze, and I blushed, glancing down at the floor. Had she heard us? That would be so embarrassing. I thought the room was soundproof... or maybe she was just teasing. I decided to change the subject quickly.

"Have you seen Logan?" I asked, trying to sound casual.

"He left this morning," Sara replied, handing me a cup of cocoa tea.

I accepted it, frowning slightly. "Oh, so he'll be back soon?"

Sara shrugged, returning to her task. "I don't know, dear. He went on an urgent business trip. He didn't say when he'd be back. But he did tell me to make sure you eat and not to be stubborn about it."

I laughed a little at that, but deep down, I wished he had woken me up to say goodbye. I walked over to the couch, sinking into the cushions as I took a sip of my cocoa.

"So that means I'm going to be here all by myself," I pouted, glancing around the room. The thought of spending the day alone made me feel restless. I missed Logan already. Maybe I could visit his parents' house, but I didn't even know how to drive. I wandered back into the kitchen where Sara was slicing fruit.

"Sara, I don't want to be here by myself. I was thinking of going to Logan's parents' house, but I don't know how to get there. I can't drive."

Sara paused, looking up at me. "Let Adonis take you," she suggested, handing me a plate with toast, eggs, bacon, and fruit on the side.

I took the plate, nodding. "Thank you," I said, sitting at the dining table. My thoughts drifted back to last night, to Logan. I wished he hadn't gone away today. We could have spent the day together. After finishing my breakfast, I quickly placed the plate in the kitchen, gave Sara a quick kiss on the cheek, and ran outside.

"Bye, dear!" she called after me.

As I stepped outside, I realized what I had just done. I had kissed Sara on the cheek. Well, it didn't bother me; she was more like a mother to me than just a helper.

"Adonis!" I called, waving at him as he approached with a smile.

"Hey, Sapphire," he greeted me, though he seemed a bit awkward. I lightly hit his chest, telling him to stop being weird.

"So, what do you want?" he asked.

"I was wondering if you could take me to Serena's house," I paused, playing with my fingers. "And maybe teach me how to drive so I won't have to ask you every time."