Morning sunlight slowly streamed through the wooden window, casting soft golden light across the room. Outside, waves gently rolled onto the shore while seabirds cried in the distance. The island had already come to life, but inside the small wooden house, everything still felt quiet and peaceful.
Kiara's eyes slowly opened.
For a few seconds, she stared blankly at the wooden ceiling, her mind still foggy with sleep. Then she noticed something strange.
Warmth.
It wasn't just the blanket. Someone was holding her.
Her dark, clear eyes lowered.
Scarlett Leon was still asleep beside her, one arm wrapped around Kiara's waist while the other rested lightly on her shoulder. The blanket covered both of them completely, trapping a comfortable warmth underneath.
Kiara's first instinct was to push her away.
But just as she was about to move, a familiar screen appeared in front of her vision.
[Ding!]
[Warning: Flux Period is currently active.]
[Body temperature is decreasing.]
