82 A Tale of Love's Unyielding Strength

The next morning, as sunlight filtered through the curtains, Damon stirred awake with a sense of contentment. Turning to Lia, who was still nestled beside him, he couldn't help but smile. Damon: "Good morning, Mrs. Cortez." Lia, blinking away sleep, returned the smile, "Good morning, Mr. Cortez. Any particular reason for the early wake-up call?" Damon winked, "I just thought it's a perfect day for an adventure, don't you think?" Lia raised an eyebrow, "An adventure, Mr. Cortez? What kind of adventure are we talking about here?" Damon leaned in, his lips brushing against Lia's ear, "The kind that starts with breakfast in bed and ends with a surprise destination." Lia chuckled, "Well, in that case, I'm all in for this mysterious adventure." True to his word, Damon organized a delightful breakfast spread, complete with fresh fruits, pastries, and a steaming cup of Lia's favorite coffee. As they enjoyed their meal in the cozy ambiance of their bedroom, Damon couldn't resist showerin