As dawn broke, a brilliant ray of sunlight pierced through the curtains of the hotel room, illuminating the chamber in a warm, comforting glow.

Leon smiled to himself as his fingers weaved through the soft strands of her hair. She looked so peaceful in her sleep, her head resting against his chest, her breath slow and steady. He couldn't believe how lucky he was to have found her, to have married her. They had only just gotten married the day before, and here they were, in their hotel room, wrapped up in each other's arms.

He continued to stroke her hair feeling a sense of contentment wash over him. This was everything he had ever hoped for, and more.

The room was mostly silent, the only sound was her breathing, and the occasional passing of the traffic outside below.