Chapter 127- Quiet strange

The soft rays of the early morning sun streamed through the half-closed blinds, casting a warm, golden hue across Dave's bedroom. It was Monday, a day often dreaded by many, but this particular morning held a unique tranquility in its embrace.

Dave was jolted awake by the blaring sound of his alarm clock. As the shrill noise pierced the calm, he fumbled for the snooze button, managing to silence it with a groggy swipe of his hand. He blinked away the remnants of sleep and lay there for a moment, taking in the serene atmosphere.

With a contented sigh, Dave stretched his arms and legs, feeling his body come to life with each movement. He couldn't help but smile; there was something about this Monday morning that felt different, as though the universe had conspired to grant him an extra dose of bliss.

He reached for his phone on the nightstand and unlocked it, the soft glow of the screen illuminating his face. It had become a cherished morning ritual to start the day with a thoughtful quo