Derek opened his door and hopped out of the truck. Matt also exited the back, but he came out on my side to help me out of the lifted truck, for which I was thankful. It will still take me a few days or even a week to fully heal. The food and rest helped, but I’m still in rough shape.
Matt helped me walk around the truck to where everyone was waiting. I overheard Derek greeting Mason, and Mason addressed Derek as Prince Derek.
“I’m sorry, Prince Derek?” I questioned. He looked at me, but my Aunt Grace hugged me before he could answer. She wrapped her arms around my neck, which I was grateful for as she sobbed on my shoulder.
“Ashlyn, thank the goddess! Are you okay? Where the hell have you been?” She asked so many questions at once between her sobs. She finally pulled away, and I led he
