Chapter 71 Shadows And Secrets

The motel room was shrouded in the dim light of early morning, dawn's first illumination seeping around the torn drapes. Seraphine's eyes were wide open, lying on Ash's chest, tuned to the deep beat of his heart. A sound she grew accustomed to and one that replaced the tumult in her life. Ash moved, his eyes opening. He smiled down at her, a soft smile on his lips. "Morning," he whispered.