A Mistake

Drake

D helped get Drake to the car and drove them back to the hotel without more than a few words. He promised to call later that night. Sicily slid her arm around Drake's back as they walked into the hotel. He leaned down and kissed the top of her head.

"Thank you for staying with me today."

"Of course."

"About the killing stuff..." He pushed the button for the elevator.

"We can talk about that later, Drake." Sicily shook her head at him and moved into the elevator as it opened.

"No. I need to get it off my chest now." He turned and pulled her flush against him. Heavy emotion sat on him and she wanted to wipe it all away no matter what it took.

"Okay, but you've been through a lot."

"Yeah, but if I'm going to lose you... I'd rather it be now, so I know where I stand in life after this weekend." He bent down and kissed the side of her face. "I meant what I said to my momma, Sis. I want you forever."

Sicily nodded and moved back from him, reaching for his arm as the door opened. "Come