Juniper's Pov
I lay on my side, staring at the ceiling, willing my restless mind to quiet down. The rhythmic sound of the ocean waves just beyond the house should have been soothing, but my thoughts are louder.
Beside me, Liam is sprawled out on his side of the bed, breathing softly, already deep in sleep. It amazes me how quickly he had drifted off the moment his head hit the pillow. I envy his ability to detach so easily. I turn onto my other side, curling my knees up slightly, and try again to coax myself into sleep.
But no matter how many deep breaths I take, my mind keeps circling back to the day’s events. The lingering weight of Theodore’s kiss pressing heavily on my thoughts, my emotions a confusing tangle of anger, regret, and something I do not dare name.
With a quiet sigh, I
