Chapter 45
Leo stepped inside, and for the first time in his life, he was standing in a space that could actually be described as small. He’d lived in sprawling estates and high-end penthouses, yet strangely, the place didn't feel cramped. It was cozy—warm and lived-in in a way he hadn't realized was possible for a one-bedroom under a thousand square feet. It actually felt like a home.
“Do you want something to drink?” Serenity asked, watching him take in the room.
“Sure. What’ve you got?” Leo asked, sinking into her sofa. It was small, but surprisingly comfortable—the kind of furniture you actually want to sit in.
“I have instant coffee or water.”
“Water’s fine,” Leo said with a smile. Serenity nodded and stepped into the kitchen—which was really only a few feet away—and pulled a col
