chapter 19

After I'd cooled off in a nice cold shower, I got dressed and made my way downstairs to go and join Brax for dinner, as he asked. Walking into the dining room, I found Brax standing by the table, looking nervous. I stood there for a second, taking it all in. he slowly turned; I'm guessing he had smelt me cause I knew that I hadn't made any noise.

"I didn't think you were coming" he smiled with excitement to see me. He held out his hand, gesturing for me to take a seat on the chair he was pulling out for me.

I let my feet take the lead, leading me to the chair. As soon as I was seated, he pressed a soft kiss on my temple, saying softly, "You look beautiful."

Making me warm inside with his words. he took his seat at the head of the table right next to me. He sat there staring at me, making my cheeks burning pink. Eve came out carrying two plates quickly, putting them down before returning to the door she had just entered. I picked up my fork, pushing the food around on my plate.

"do you