I yawn as I start to stir awake, hearing the sound of birds outside where the sun is peeking through the cream curtains leading out to the dock of our private villa on the water. Our wedding was two days ago and we landed in the Maldives late last night for our honeymoon, and we’re here for a total of 10 days. I already had an abundance of things planned for us with the full intention of spoiling you absolutely rotten. After all, you’re Mrs. Styles now.

I smile sleepily as I look down, seeing you still fast asleep in my arms under the white sheets. I lean down and press light kisses on your shoulder. “Wake up, lovey,” I whisper, my voice raspy and accent low from sleep. I trail my left hand down your side and find your hand, intertwining our fingers and running my thumb over the diamond on your ring finger.