Monica/Lexi POV
"Lexi?"
"Yeah?"
"I want you to come forward for a bit."
"Why?"
"Because I really think it would do you some good to spend some time with our mate right now. They helped me so much to deal with everything that happened to us. I want you to be able to experience their caring and help as well."
"I don't know..." she says quietly.
"Lexi, they don't blame you for anything that happened any more than I do. Please stop punishing yourself and let them help you."
"You know you should probably take your own advice right?"
"I do," I laugh a little.
"Okay, fine, I'll talk with them."
"Perfect, I'll just hang out here and give you some space."
"Lexi?" Derek asks me as I come forward and Monica settles in for a bit.
"Yeah."
"How are you holding up?"
"I'm okay."
"That's no
