Zach quietly lay as he watched Thea sleep in his arms. The pair would be in and out of his parents’ home all day as they prepared for the family dinner the next day. While they had eaten dinner the night before, Dee had made several special requests for what he would like to have served at Sunday's dinner. Each thing Dee had asked Thea to make had made her more excited about preparing the meal. Dee had told them the dinner would take place even if his family decided not to attend. It was nearly midnight when he sent Zach a message confirming Zeus would be there and reminding him to keep a close eye on Thea.
He stiffened when he heard Thea’s breath catch as she slept. Zach could see her eyes jerking under the lids, signaling she was dreaming. The last time he held her as she dreamed, Zeus
