Lily
“Cade took some space from the closet to get you a tub,” Maverick said.
I wrapped my arms around his waist. “It’s perfect. Thank you.”
He kissed me, stroking my cheek. “I have to go, so I’ll lock up. We have a separate alarm down here, so I’ll set it. Code’s our anniversary.”
“Which anniversary?”
“First kiss.”
I gave his waist a squeeze. “I love that one.”
Maverick chuckled. “I’m aware.”
“You’re going to be late,” I pointed out. “I’m going to shower and then crawl into bed.”
“Okay, baby. I’ll see you later.”
“Love you.”
“Love you too,” he said, kissing me again and then heading out.
In the end, I didn’t have the energy for a shower, so I stripped down and fell into bed.
* * *
When my alarm woke me at three that afternoon, I was a little confused for a second as to where
