I draw in a long breath. “Adam, I forgive you. For all of it.” His eyebrows dart up. “You do?” I nod. “From the very first time we met, every mistake we’ve made was because we didn’t trust each other or weren’t completely honest with each other. I’m just as guilty of that as you are. But from now on, I promise to be honest with you.” I tighten my arms around him, gazing up at his face. “Our future is worth fighting for. I’m not going to give up on it. And I know you won’t either.” “I won’t. I’ll never keep secrets from you again. I swear it.” His fingers run through my hair as he stares into my eyes. “The only future I want is with you. I love you, Elena.” “I love you too.” Our mouths meet in a slow kiss, full of grief and forgiveness and hope. And, above all else, love. Love for each

