#Chapter 187: Further & Closer

Ella   The morning sun filtered through the sheer curtains, casting a warm golden glow across the room. As sleep released its grip on me, however, I became acutely aware of the fact that I was…   Not in my own bed.   Slowly, the memories of last night began to return.   “Would you—possibly—consider maybe… staying with me? At least for tonight?”   As soon as I had uttered those words, I felt myself cringe. I released my grip on Logan’s arm and quickly looked away, clearing my throat.   “Seems like someone’s lovestruck,” Ema said, her mental voice laced with a slightly mocking tone.   My cheeks flushed red. “I’m not,” I replied internally. “I’m just… not good with sleeping away from home.”   “Are you sure you want me to stay?” Logan asked, glancing around the room. “I mean, it’s pretty cozy in here. But if it’s too big for you, I can move you to another room—”   “Actually, this is fine,” I said, shaking my head with a chuckle. “I can stay here. Thanks for everything.”