Ezra’s body drops down next to me upon the picnic table. His eyes filled with pity. “He can’t blame you for that one, sweetheart.” He says softly. “Is that what your are worried about?”
That is exactly what I am worrying about. But, I am not about to get into this with him. “It doesn’t matter, okay? I just would rather it is left alone, please?”
There is a heavy sigh from the handsome man next to me, but thankfully, he nods. “Fine. At least let me care for you while you are here. I said you wouldn’t be here alone tonight, so allow me to stay with you, yeah?”
That same smile from earlier was back upon his face. That warmth. The care. All the things that made my heart flutter…
How can I say no to him? I return the smile, albeit tentatively. “Thank you. I don’t think anyone has even no
