“Oh,” Jake said, he grew quiet, which was extremely unlike him.
“Brother don’t just leave a girl hanging,” Hunter said.
For a demon who apparently didn’t understand human emotions, he was unusually good at picking up on them and respecting them.
Jake finally spoke. “Uh, I do love you Destiny, I meant it when I said it but—“
I cut him off, “it’s fine, really, I know you’ll always love Melissa more, I understand, so please don’t feel guilty or awkward.” I plastered on a fake grin and kissed his cheek to convince him.
“You sure?” He asked warily.
I laughed, “yes, now go away.” I shoved his chest hard, making him fall back in the water.
Grinning, he winked at me, “ok babe. I’ll be back tomorrow anyway, and I’ll stay the night.” He leaned in and kissed me on the lips, then climbed o
