Jonah POV
July 12
I woke just as dawn broke to find Avery watching me. Her eyes were sad, red-rimmed, and swollen from crying herself to sleep. I hated that I had any part in causing those tears. Some of the streaks were still visible and I lifted my hand, tracing one with my thumb. For a moment, neither of us spoke. No words were needed, not right at that moment. We just needed a few minutes to feel, to remind ourselves how much we loved each other and how long it took us to get to where we were. Avery curled into me, laying her head on my chest as my arms came around her.
“You are not a responsibility, Avery. You are the one bright spot in my life. I love you more than I can put into words. I’m sorry if I made you feel otherwise,” I started. It really was too early for a deep discussi
