"Morning," he said brightly.

Confusion clouded Ariana's senses. A gentle peck on her forehead from Holden left her murmuring, "What... How did I end up here?" She gestured between them, piecing together her unintended slumber.

Her yawn broke through as Holden chuckled lightly, affectionately ruffling her hair. "Time for me to change," he said.

Ariana's curiosity piqued as she watched him stride to his dressing room.

It was her first glimpse into this intimate space of his.