Chapter 129

Sarah's POV I couldn't sleep. The night stretched endlessly as I tossed and turned, my mind replaying our interaction over and over. After what felt like hours of this torment, I finally gave up and slipped out of bed. Moving with careful, silent steps, I made my way to the door and eased it open. The living area was dim, lit only by the faint glow from outside. Alexander lay on the black leather sofa, his back toward me. The thin blanket only covered him to his waist, revealing his powerful upper body. Despite the generous size of the sofa, his tall frame forced him to bend his long legs just to fit. My wolf would have whimpered at the sight if she were still with me. I stood there, watching his sleeping form, my heart filled with mixed emotions. Eventually, I approached him and gently pulled the blanket up to cover his chest. Afraid of waking him, I tiptoed away from the living room. The moment I opened the door to the deck, the harsh light made me uncomfortable, causing me to involu