Chapter 17
(Lex POV)
How is it possible that I just met Colton, and I already miss him? I’ve been missing him since the moment he left last night. That soft kiss on my forehead before he walked away—seriously? Who does that and expects me to sleep peacefully afterward?
After he left, I got ready for bed, feeling a mix of excitement and longing. Tomorrow couldn’t come soon enough. But sleep didn’t come easy. I tossed and turned, thoughts of Colton and Blaze swirling through my mind until I finally drifted off.
Dream
I’m sitting at my favorite place—my waterfall. The sound of rushing water has always brought me peace, but tonight it feels different. I wanted to sit here one last time because deep down, I know I won’t be coming back.
Colton is loading the car with our last few bags. He
