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• Ava woke to the unfamiliar warmth of Alexander’s arms draped around her. For a fleeting moment, she allowed herself to bask in the intimacy, hoping that last night had been the turning point in their tumultuous marriage.
• When Alexander stirred, his gaze softened as it landed on her. “Morning,” he murmured, his voice husky from sleep.
• Her heart fluttered at the rare gentleness in his tone. “Good morning,” she replied, smiling tentatively.