Awakening Love Reborn to Be His Duchess (Elowen Hale) novel Chapter 412

Just before sleep fully claimed her, Elowen felt herself drawn back into Cassian's arms.

His lips brushed over her damp forehead, then her brow, then the corner of her mouth, lingering in slow, unhurried kisses, one after another, as if he had no intention of stopping.

When she woke again, the light had already shifted well into the afternoon.

The space beside her was empty. Cassian had long since risen.

She shifted slightly. The lingering fatigue was still there, heavy in her limbs, but everything else felt... comfortable and clean. Her nightclothes had been changed, and the sheets beneath her were fresh.

He must have taken care of it himself.

Lying there, staring up at the canopy, Elowen found herself drifting into thought.

People always said that as men got older, they slowed down, lost their edge, and didn't care nearly as much about that side of things anymore.

But Cassian...

How is he still like this?

He was older than her, and yet in that regard, he showed no sign of restraint. If anything, he had far too much energy.

Has he really been holding back all these years... and now he's just making up for it all at once?

The thought made heat creep up her neck.

She pulled the covers halfway over her face, letting out a quiet, embarrassed laugh to herself before finally pushing herself upright.

She lingered in bed for quite a while before slowly sitting up.

With Cassian away from Duskmoor Manor today, Mira and Cora finally had the chance to attend to her closely.

"Your Grace," Mira said while helping her get ready, "the guard His Grace assigned to you has been waiting outside. He has something to report but didn't wish to disturb your rest."

Elowen gave a soft hum, unable to stop a small yawn from slipping out.

By the time she was seated at the table, a bowl of warm oatmeal had been set before her. As she ate, the guard began his report.

"After Your Grace left the bookshop yesterday, Finn immediately went to gather several acquaintances. He also brought out printing plates, ink, paper, and everything else required. At first light today, they began working in the back courtyard, dividing tasks between copying, proofreading, carving, and binding. They're moving efficiently."

Elowen nodded. "I won't be going out much for the time being. Let him deal with you directly if needed. If he has anything to pass along, or if I have instructions, you'll carry the message."

"Yes, Your Grace."

The following day, Elowen's new book was placed on sale at Finn's shop.

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