Ayla's POV
We have been driving for about an hour when Sienna suddenly announced, "I need to pee. Like, desperately. Next stop, please."
I checked the map on my phone and typed into the text to speech: "There's a scenic overlook in five miles. Should have bathrooms."
"Perfect. Tell your boyfriend behind us."
I texted Arkon: "Bathroom break in 5 miles. Scenic overlook."
His response: "Noted. Also, 'boyfriend' feels like an understatement for someone connected to you through an ancient magical bond."
I smiled and typed back: "What would you prefer? Mate-in-progress? Future husband?"
The typing bubble appeared and disappeared several times. Finally: "All of the above."
My heart did a little flip.
The scenic overlook was stunning, a wide pullout on the mountain road with views of vall
