Lina's POV
Sunlight warmed my face as I slowly regained consciousness. My body ached pleasantly, reminding me of last night's passionate encounter with Adrian.
Instinctively, I reached across the bed, expecting to find his warm, muscular body beside me, but my fingers met only cool sheets.
Relief washed over me.
I needed time to process what had happened between us. Things had escalated so quickly—from a drunken confession to mind-blowing s*x that made my toes curl just thinking about it. I buried my face in the pillow that still held his scent, a mixture of pine, musk, and something distinctly Adrian.
"Oh god," I groaned into the pillow.
The raw intensity of our connection had surprised me—scared me, even. I'd never experienced anything like it, not even close.
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