As he laid her down on the bed, Izan adjusted the blankets around her before slipping in beside her.
Olivia, still half-conscious, instinctively wrapped her arms around Izan's athletic frame, pulling herself closer to him.
Her fingers brushed his skin, and Izan chuckled softly, feeling the weight of the day begin to melt away in her embrace.
He pulled her gently against him, his heartbeat steady as they lay there in silence.
It felt like the perfect end to a whirlwind day—a moment of peace and connection.
In the quiet of the room, Izan let his eyes close, feeling a sense of comfort he hadn't known he needed.
.....
The theme music faded out the next morning as the BBC sports segment opened with the sleek studio screen lit up with the headline:
"Premier League Matchday One: Arsenal Send a Message."
Dan Walker:
"Good morning and welcome to BBC Sport's Premier League Recap.
