She pulled the blanket higher around herself and turned onto her side, settling into a more comfortable position.
Just for a moment, she told herself.
She would close her eyes for only a moment.
Her breathing gradually slowed as the restorative herbs continued to settle through her system. The tension disappeared from her shoulders, her fingers relaxed against the pillow, and the weight behind her eyes became heavier with every passing second.
Within minutes, Maya had fallen deeply asleep.
The room remained peaceful around her, with only the soft rhythm of her breathing disturbing the silence.
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Victor's POV
Ten minutes later, Victor stepped through the main entrance of the estate and made his way toward the private parking area, where several Shadow Guards were already waiting beside the vehicles.
