CHAPTER SIXTY-SEVEN

ALEXEI

I couldn't help but smile as I glanced at Zoey beside me, practically bouncing with joy in her seat. We were on the road, and I was driving. The truth was, I hadn't felt this happy in a long time.

For too long, I had hidden my feelings for Zoey, but now, there was no point in hiding it any longer. She had this magical way of bringing genuine smiles back to my face – something I had forgotten how to do. I was grateful to have her back in my life, and I couldn't imagine what I would have done if I had been a little too late.

My eyes wandered to our joined hands. One hand was on the steering wheel, and the other was clasped with Zoey's. She looked so excited, and I was glad that I could be the reason for that smile on her face.

"Are you that excited?" I asked her, my own smile reflecting my genuine happiness.

She tilted her head and gave me a look, as if my question was a bit silly. "Are you kidding me? This is like the f