Asher is waiting in his car when I walk downstairs a few minutes past nine.
I had a nightmare free night so I'm well rested now.
I took my time choosing an outfit and wearing make-up, and I feel a lot like my old self.
Asher leans in to kiss me the moment the car door is closed behind me. I hesitate, then I wrap an arm around his neck and kiss him back.
I've never kissed anyone before just for the sake of kissing. Surprisingly, it's not terrible. I was kinda missing out.
Asher smiles at me when he pulls back.
"You look so....alive. You look a lot like yourself now."
My little heart swells. I'll happily take whatever compliments he throws my way.
I plant a light kiss on the side of his mouth before I sit up in my seat. I wear the seatbelt, aware of his eyes on me, and once I'm
