Aria's POV
I woke up at 6:50 AM with a full bladder, stumbling to the bathroom with my eyes barely open. After yesterday's exhaustion, I couldn't even manage to keep my eyes open properly.
After relieving myself, I shuffled back to bed, still half-asleep. As I slid under the covers, my hand brushed against something firm and warm.
Wait...
There shouldn't be anything—or anyone—in my bed!
My eyes flew open instantly, and I found myself staring directly into Aiden's dark, intense gaze.
What the hell? Why was Aiden in my bed? What happened last night?
My mind went completely blank as I took in his features just inches from mine, his familiar cedar scent enveloping me. The reality hit me like a freight train—I was in bed with Aiden Carter!
How did this happen?!
I scrambled to sit up, d
