Daniel had finally given his blessing, after some heavy conversations and a handshake that sealed an unspoken pact. Theo had promised never to break her heart, and Daniel saw in his eyes the kind of man Jasmine deserved.
So now, Theo held her hand openly.
Even when they all went out as a group: to the movies, the park, or those impromptu late-night drives, they stuck together like magnets. Sitting close. Whispering jokes. Stealing soft kisses when the lights dimmed.
That evening, they were out at the cinema with Daniel, Nick, and Kayla. Jasmine and Theo took the middle seats, leaving Daniel on one side and Marcus on the other.
As the trailers played, Theo leaned over and pressed a kiss to Jasmine’s temple. She giggled and nudged him.
Nick caught it and elbowed Daniel lightly. “Man, it
