Demitri
A week has passed since that date with Alissia, and every night since, I’ve tried to create small, ordinary moments with her. Even if it’s something as simple as sitting quietly reading, I find myself drawn to carving out these snippets of normalcy for her—and, strangely, for myself too.
Lucas and Blake have been watching me with a mix of curiosity and confusion, clearly wondering what’s going on. They’re not ones to pry, but the unspoken questions in their eyes are obvious. Today, some things are going to change, and I need them to be a part of it. There’s no turning back.
When our car finally stops, we step out and make our way inside. The air is thick with the scent of expensive wine and seasoned wood, the atmosphere humming with quiet conversations. Lucas and Blake follow be
