Evaline:
It was the faint sound of my alarm that pulled me out of the warm cocoon of sleep. My eyes fluttered open, only to be greeted by a soft morning light sneaking in through the heavy velvet curtains. Instinctively, I reached out to the other side of the bed... only to find it empty.
But it wasn't cold.
The sheets were still warm. Oscar had left… but not long ago. My lips curled into a soft smile as I buried my face into the pillow he used. His scent was still lingering - fresh pinewood, quiet strength, and something comforting I couldn't name. For a moment, I let myself be greedy and held onto that warmth.
And then it hit me.
For the first time in nearly four months, I had no classes, no long day of work waiting for me, no responsibilities clawing at my heels. I was… free. Completely and utterly free to spend the day however I wanted.
