Christian's POV I walked over to Ashley and stood behind her, wrapping my arms around her waist. I kissed her forehead, feeling a sense of love and gratitude towards her. "Hey," she said, smiling up at me. "Hey," I replied, smiling back. Just then, Alexi came downstairs and joined us in the kitchen. "Hey guys, what's up?" "Not much," Ashley said. "Just catching up with Emily." Alexi nodded, smiling at Emily. " I'm so glad you're here, Emily?" "I'm glad I came ," Emily replied. "I've missed so much, you guys need to fill me in." Alexi smiled. "I don't think you missed a lot." , turning to us, she said. "I might have to bring Jacob's dinner to him. He's still recovering, and I don't want him to exert himself too much." "That's a good idea," I said, nodding in agreement. "We don't

