Alexis
The idea of Alex’s suggestion stayed in my mind. The thought of getting away to his uncle’s place—just the two of us with no eyes on us, felt like a slice of heaven waiting for me.
Alex was the only one who made me feel whole, the only one who gave me real happiness, and a weekend alone with him seemed like a dream come true.
But doubt snuck in. How on earth would I even begin to explain this trip to Byron? He’d see right through any excuse I made. Yet, a break felt so needed.
Byron was eating away at my sanity, leaving me on the edge. Luckily, when he returned from work that night, he didn’t come looking for me. It was like a weight lifted, even if it was temporary.
Then there was McKenzie, who had found out about my connection with Alex, adding a new worry. I needed to war
