Ryan breathed in the scent of Bella’s hair and thanked God she hadn’t run off without telling him. When she disappeared, a part of him thought he’d never see her again. Having her in his bed felt like a fantasy after wondering where she was the last few days.
Bella sighed and snuggled closer to him. Ryan tightened his grip, afraid that if he let her go for a minute, she’d vanish. He understood why she ran when faced with his family, but he hoped she wouldn’t do it again.
Her breathing evened out as Ryan laid there, and eventually, her entire body relaxed. Ryan drew in a deep breath, loving the fact that she was willing to let go with him. He kissed her bare shoulder, and tried not to whisper the words that threatened to escape.
It wasn’t that he thought they’d send her running, even tho
