Poppy's P.O.V I looked deeply into my Mate’s eyes as I gently straightened his shirt. My fingers touched the outlines of his muscles beneath the fabric as he smiled at me, giving my nose a soft peck. “I have to go. Everyone’s waiting for me.” Ashton squeezed my hand and caressed my hand to with his rough fingers, breaking away from my embrace. I pouted and sat back on the large king sized bed, my hand holding his tightly. “Do you have to?” I whispered, biting my lip gently. Ashton sighed and nodded his head, looking towards the door and then back at me. The sun was now setting over the horizon, painting the sky outside the window with pinks and oranges. “Unfortunately. I would much rather be here with you.” He smiled at me and planted soft kisses along my neck, causing a fire to erupt

