Morning light slowly filled the room, soft and warm, slipping through the curtains and resting gently across the bed, highlighting Aria's initial sense of calm as she stirred under the covers, her body slowly waking up.
For a moment, everything felt calm. Quiet. Safe.
Then her eyes opened. And instantly—
"Ryan…"
She sat up quickly, her heart pounding as if she had just remembered something urgent. The room was empty, and her brows pulled together slightly, hinting at her rising worry. She pushed the covers aside and got out of bed, heading straight for the door without hesitation.
Her ste