17
Nova
“Breakfast is ready, Astor.” I placed the platter of sausages and scrambled eggs on the bar. “I’ll let you eat alone this morning and run over to see the doctor while it’s still early.”
Coming in off the deck, Astor eyed me warily. “No. I don’t want you going on any birth control while I’m still here. After I’m gone, do what you want.” His eyes narrowed, looking troubled. “It’s not sitting well with me, knowing that I’ll be leaving you here—alone—with all this s****l knowledge I’ve given you.”
“You’re serious, aren’t you?” I wanted to laugh, but the look on his face told me it wouldn’t be smart.
“Very serious.” He took a seat and began putting food on his plate. “So, sit and eat with me, Nova.”
I got myself a plate, too, then took a seat next to him. “I was wondering if we co
