Chapter 62

• Blaine’s morning had started with an annoying buzz, a sound that drilled into his dreams and yanked him back to reality.
• The soft hum of morning light streamed through the gap between the curtains, warming the room in a gentle golden glow. His face, nestled into the plush pillow, creased with mild discomfort as he stirred. The persistent buzz of his phone, vibrating on the bedside table was impossible to ignore.
• Rubbing the sleep from his eyes, Blaine reached for the device. The screen flashed, indicating several new messages. They were all from Ryan.