I woke up slowly, my mind surfacing from the depths of unconsciousness like it had been submerged in something thick and unyielding.
There was warmth. A lot of warmth.
Something soft pressed against my chest, something else wrapped around my arm, and I could feel two distinct heartbeats beside me.
I opened my eyes.
Rose was curled against me on one side, her brown hair splayed across the pillow, her grip tight around my arm like she was afraid I'd disappear if she let go.
Cecilia was on the other, her golden locks tangled against my shoulder, arms wrapped around my torso as if she had claimed me as her personal pillow.
I blinked.
"What the hell," I muttered.
At the sound of my voice, both girls stirred instantly.
"Arthur?"
I barely had time to process before they pounced.
"You're awake!"
The next second, I was crushed in a double hug.
Rose had thrown herself against me, arms locking around my waist, her entire body trembling.
