章 226: Morning shooting

The morning light filtered through the curtains, casting a soft glow over the room. I blinked my eyes open, the remnants of sleep slowly fading as I felt Carmen's arm draped across me.

For a moment, I just lay there, savoring the warmth of her body next to mine, her steady breathing a comforting rhythm in the stillness. But as much as I wanted to stay wrapped in her arms, I knew I had a busy day ahead.

Carefully, I slipped out from under Carmen's arm, trying not to wake her. She mumbled something in her sleep, turning over as I padded quietly to the bathroom. The cool tiles under my feet sent a shiver up my spine, waking me up fully.

I glanced at myself in the mirror, running a hand through my hair. I looked tired, but there was also a sense of determination in my eyes. Today was going to be a long day, and I needed to be ready for it.