Chapter 14

Alana’s POV. As I gradually emerged from my slumber, the world beyond the cabin began to seep into my consciousness. My eyes blinked open, and I found myself cocooned in the warmth of a plush, inviting bed. The covers cradled me like a comforting embrace, making it seem as though I had been sheltered by the night itself. But it wasn't just the bed that contributed to my sense of contentment. I realized that I had shed the barrier that had separated Alec's side of the bed from mine. My arm and leg draped over his body, and he appeared to be awake, lying flat on his back, engrossed in his phone. He didn't attempt to shake me off; instead, he welcomed my presence. "Good morning, sunshine," Alec greeted, setting his phone aside. "Good morning," I murmured. I turned around, and the first thing that caught my eye was the soft, diffused light filtering through the wall of glass that stretched from floor to ceiling. It framed a breathtaking winter landscape on this beautiful morning. Alec