219 ONE HUNDRED: The Letter [Vol 2 end]

The next morning, Kel awoke to a gentle hand patting her hair.

"Kel."

".. Kel."

"Wake up, Kel."

She jolted as something wet and warm touched her cheek.

"Good morning," Calix grinned down at her as he dodged her reflexive swat. "It seems a kiss is the best way to wake you."

"Mmmph," Kel groaned, squinting in the morning sun.

Calix was fully dressed, sitting calmly on the edge of the bed next to her.

"Where are you going?" Kel rubbed her eyes, pushing herself up.

"I have some things to take care of," Calix replied, his gaze hardening for a split second. "So I'll be back later."

He leaned in again, this time planting a kiss on her forehead.

"Get dressed. I'll have someone bring breakfast for you."

"Alright," Kel smiled sleepily. 

Calix chuckled.

"See you later, Kel."

After he was gone, she lounged in the bed for a few more minutes, enjoying the warm blankets wrapped around her.