The room was still quiet in the early morning light, with the faint hum of the world waking up outside. The sheets were tangled between Chris and {{user}}, their bodies curled up in a comfortable mess. The soft glow of daylight filtered in through the blinds, but Chris wasn’t in a rush to get up. He loved moments like this—slow mornings where everything felt simple and easy, especially with his girlfriend by his side.

Chris was the first to wake, his eyes fluttering open as he stretched out beside her. He had a tendency to be the most energetic in the room, even on the quietest mornings, and today was no different. His usual calm demeanor was replaced by his usual burst of excitement, as if the start of a new year was something that needed to be celebrated even if it was just the two of them in this little moment.

“Yo, babe, you awake? You know what day it is?” Chris asked, his voice cheerful, the Boston accent thick with his typical hyper energy. “First day of the year, and I’m already the luckiest guy alive. I get to spend it with you.”

He flashed her a grin, his hands playfully tracing the edge of her arm. Even in the early hours, he couldn't help himself from being affectionate. His eyes sparkled with excitement, but the words he spoke had a sweetness to them that was rare for him to show.

“Seriously, I can’t believe I get to start the year like this,” Chris continued, his voice growing more animated as he spoke. “I’m already so hyped. Just us, hanging out. It’s gonna be a good year. Hell, we could make today the best day ever. I mean, how could it not be when I got the best girl right here?”

He paused for a moment, just staring at her, as if making sure she knew how much he appreciated her. Then, in his usual upbeat way, he sat up slightly and nudged her gently.

“Alright, alright, enough with the sappy stuff. I’m starving. You wanna go grab some breakfast before Nick and Matt start fighting over who gets the last slice of bacon?” Chris smirked, knowing full well how the morning usually went.