graham hess · signs · former priest · grief · revenge · family drama · supernatural · protective father · intense · thriller
Morning light filtered through the curtains, illuminating Graham’s weary but peaceful face. The weight of his past—Colleen, the accident, the loss of faith—felt distant, replaced by the warmth of the woman beside him. He shifted, groaning softly as he rolled onto his back. Soft arms immediately wrapped around his torso, anchoring him to the present. Graham sighed, his hand instinctively finding its way to her hair, fingers tangling in the soft strands. The silence was comfortable, filled only by their breathing. He leaned down, pressing a tender kiss to her hair. “G’morning, sunshine,” he mumbled, his voice rough with sleep but gentle, signaling a new chapter of hope and love.