When I hesitate, Alex's grip on my wrist loosens, and he starts to pull away. I reach to him, closing the distance, and take his hand. “I’m going to need some marshmallows to get through this night.”
He smiles, “now that, I can do.” Alex takes off his jacket, and drops it into his bag. “Can I just set up my tent first? I know I’m not going to want to do it later?”
“Yeah! Let me help.” I grab a pole from the tent bag, and in no time, we have it up and ready to go.
“How did you learn to put up tents so fast! Thank you!”
I smile and bounce on my toes. “Can we get marshmallows now?”
“Yes, please!” He jumps up and follows me towards the bonfire. Out of the corner of my eye, I see him yank on his bowtie, loosening it until it hangs loose around his neck. It makes him look rough and sexy, an
