[Rosco's POV] “Do you really think it was a good idea to send Elise of all people to fetch Maria?” For most of the morning since Elise, William, and Marty’s departure, this question has bothered me. I wasn’t sure if Denali even thought anything of it since she chose to trust Elise, but even if she
[Rosco’s POV] I sit with Denali, who gently squeezes my hand, while we take in Charlie. Despite the fact that I was making it clear, I didn’t quite believe that it was him; he was remaining ill-at-ease as if this were simply a normal meeting. “I know that this may come as a shock.” He finally says
“William is already looking into things.” Charlie says when I remain silent. “For now, I do believe it is best that you focus on your new family. I heard that congratulations are in order. You’ve become a father. That’s shocking.” “You heard?” I murmur, eyeing him curiously. “Who exactly have you b
[Elise’s POV] I step out onto the grounds and take a deep breath while listening to the sound of footsteps behind me. Turning, I watch as Marty and William make their way toward me. “Why are you following me?” I ask, eyeing them curiously. “Because you dashed out of there like a bat out of hell.”
“If you think that looks good, you should see it when the sun is setting.” William chuckles, coming to stand beside me. “We can hang out up here until then if you want.” Turning, I let my gaze meet his as he stares at me unflinchingly, and despite myself, I feel butterflies erupt in my stomach as m
[William’s POV] I stare at Elise as she considers what I’ve said, or was she thinking of something else? I couldn’t quite place why, but I could sense something more, something substantial shining in those beautiful blue eyes of hers, but before I can actually figure out what it might be, it is gon
"Both, maybe,” she admits, sticking out her tongue. “What do you say? Should we try to get away from the warden?” Lifting my gaze, I watch as Marty looks down at us from the top of the tower. Despite Elise’s escape act, he doesn’t look bothered. Instead, he looks amused by the whole thing. “Yeah,”
[William’s POV] I watch as Elise stands at the edge of the pool, watching me and waiting. From the look on her face, it is clear that she fully expects me to come and join her. Not wanting to disappoint, I remove my shirt and feel a rush of excitement rush through me due to the way her gaze immedia