Sunlight spilled through the gaps in the curtains, falling softly across her face. Su Li stirred, feeling her body still ache, though beneath the fatigue lay a sense of languor and deep contentment.
Shen Ye was still asleep beside her, holding her tightly in his arms as if afraid she might vanish. Su Li couldn't help but turn her head to watch his sleeping face. She wondered how wonderful it would be if things could remain this way forever. As she watched, a faint smile tugged at the corners of her mouth, though a wave of bittersweet emotion welled up in her heart.
She shifted slightly, wanting to change positions because his embrace was becoming a bit stifling, but she accidentally stirred the sleeping Shen Ye. He opened his eyes slowly, the remnants of sleep still lingering in them. Upon seeing Su Li staring at him, the corners of his mouth immediately curled into a doting smile. His voice was hoarse with sleep. "You're awake, baby."
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