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No nightmares came to me that night. Flashes of Maxis' fist upon my face were non-existent as I slept through the evening.

Suddenly, my consciousness began to awaken, my mind beginning to stir. I took note of the oddly warm space around me, as normally the attic was very cold. Had it turned July all of a sudden?

I did not open my eyes just yet, as I savored the soft mattress and satin sheets beneath my fingertips, and the light rise and fall of my calm breathing. And then, I felt myself shuffle slightly, without my knowing it.

Only, it wasn't me at all.

Now, was the time to be curious. What intruder such plagued me?

My heart rate quickened as my eyes fluttered open, the blinding light of the sun's rays reflecting off of the white covers, into my pupils.

And there before me, sinking down on the other side of the bed, his face turned upward slightly in a profile view of his stark features, was Edward.

I stifled a gasp at all the things that were going wrong inside of my consciousness. Against everything. Not just my rules as his servant, but also my rules as simply a lady. Though what did it matter now? My simple 'servant' days had passed... I was now his partner. It rang over and over in my head, until I heard shuffling again.

I held my breath as he turned over, his eyes still covered by his eyelids. I took a moment in being frozen, to analyze the perfect gift. His dark hair was tousled by the pillows under his head, he had presummably tossed throughout the night. The sun shone gently on his very prominent jawline, framing his strong features in the perfect limelight. The light shaded his triangular nose and cheekbones subtly. His pinkish lips were parted in the slightest fashion, his peaceful and steady breaths grazing across my already warm cheeks. It was then that I realized how close I was to him, and began to draw back, when all of a sudden, Edward's eyes sleepily began to open, and I was frozen again.

He blinked a few times before he smiled warmly at me. "Guten morgen, liebling."

I blushed comsiderably hard, clearing my throat and shifting my weight to the other side of my body.

"G-Good morning," I spoke shyly. I glanced down at my attire, thankful that I was still wearing my new blue dress. I gave a forcibly shy smile, and began to slide off of the bed in a panic.

"Wait..." Said Edward, reaching for my hand and tugging gently at my wrist. I wheeled around and my eyes met his.

"Won't you stay here? Just a bit longer?" He tiredly looked up at me, hopeful.

"Richtofen... I-I really should get breakfast started..." I tried to come up with an excuse, but he seemed to care less if he went without food.

"It can wait..." Edward moaned, his hand still attatched to mine.

"I-I..."

"Please..."

It was unlike Richtofen to beg like this, but I found it rather cute. It was evident that his mind was still cloudy from just waking up, but I didn't mind that. Still reluctantly, I sat gently back on the bed.

"Come on... lie down." He smiled, half of his visage covered in the pillow it was sinking into.

I did as he asked, even though I was feeling more uncomfortable by the second.

Before I had time to regain my thoughts, two strong arms wrapped securely around me, and pulled me against his chest like a stuffed bear.

Yes, I blushed even harder, especially when he planted a feathery soft kiss upon my forehead, closing his eyes back.

"Sorry." He said, kind of as if he were still half asleep.

"Sorry? What for?" I inquired, trying to relax into place, snaking my arms around his back. He didn't answer my question, and I presumed he had simply fallen into unconsiousness once again.

I held in a giggle, laughing silently. I forced one of my hands through his cage of arms, and caressed his cheek with light grazes of my fingers. I wished not to awaken him, but he did need to go to work. Maxis had not given him the New Year off, nor the remaining days of December.

I stroked his soft hair, debating on whether or not I should leave and bring him breakfast in bed, or kiss him awake.

I, being the girl I was, actually decided on the latter. I had read when Vince Sega had done this for princess Jemma... so couldn't the princess wake up her prince?

I leaned in until I once again felt his calm breaths on my own lips, his scent filling my nose, and his heat radiating toward me. I became engulfed in another spell, as I began a trail of light kisses upon his lower jaw, to his chisled chin, and then to his soft warm lips, where I held the kiss until I felt his body stir beneath my grip again. I broke away as his eyes flew open, realizing what I'd done. I looked at him with soft eyes and gave a shy smile.

Edward's face turned a porcelain pink color as he smiled and nuzzled his face into my neck.

"Eliza?" He said in his 'morning voice' which... wow. It was much deeper and had a hoarse characteristic, a sort of scratchiness that really made me want to wake up here more often.

"Y-yes, Edward?" I replied.

"I want to wake up like that every single day."

I giggled and I struggled once again to keep my composure.

"Now you're being naiive." I laughed, with an eye roll. What apprehensions that were there at the start of the morning, were all of a sudden missing in action. "I can't believe you carried me here."

Edward chuckled lowly. "I wasn't letting you sleep in the attic... not again and never again." He stated, a more serious look in his eyes.

I kind of panicked and smiled at the same time. "Edward... you don't mean-"

"Yes. You're sleeping with me every night from now on... so move anything you need to this room." He gave a gentle but effective smile, with a slight kiss on the cheek.

I shivered.

"If you want to, that is. I won't-"

"I want to!" I blurted out suddenly, even taking my own self by surprise.

Edward grinned widely. "Well then... its settled." He hugged me firmly and I kissed his cheek, even though I was more nervous than not about this deal.

Another thought suddenly came to mind. I didn't have any pajamas... most of the time I just slept in my undergarments, or my servant's dress, because I simply didn't have another choice. Soon he would ask as to why I didn't have pajamas. He would know the reason, and it was awfully dumb. I suppose I could fashion myself a gown.

"Edward..." I breathed softly as I glanced wearily at the clock. "It's almost... 7:30..." I whispered in slight panic.

Edward glanced behind himself at the clock.

"Verdammt..." He muttered and let loose of me reluctantly. "I could be late... but this was well worth the expense of a few minutes." He smiled softly down at me and sat up on the bed, shedding the covers.

He was wearing a thin white T-shirt, with some dark blue, silky pajama bottoms that looked very comfortable. He stretched, throwing his arms behind his head and leaning back. For the first time, I saw his real physique, his true outline, not covered by all the vests and layers that he usually wore. To me, he looked well-built. He showed a thinner body around his stomach and waist, but as my eyes traveled upward, I took note of his broad shoulders and firm-looking arms. Edward never really wore short sleeves, nor tighter clothing, so this was a pleasant change.

The edges of my lips tugged upward as he sleepily ruffled his hair.

"Stay in bed as long as you want, Eliza... please. What's mine is yours." With that, he came to my side of the bed and planted a whispery kiss upon my forehead, then headed to the bathroom to tidy up for the day ahead.

Maybe a few hours more of rest would do me some good. Soothe my mind a bit. Slowly, I closed my eyelids and drifted back to sleep, my Richtofen visiting more than a few times within my dreams.