“What is this?” she asked me as we got out of the car and she looked around at our surroundings. “This is a real working chocolate farm. Hawaii is the only state in the United States that grows chocolate trees, or at least that is what their website claims. The chocolate here has won awards aroun
(Lily POV) Tonight with James has been perfect. It was supposed to only be a dinner between two friends, but it quickly became much more than that. Whether it was a date or not ultimately does not matter. The fact is that James put a lot of effort into making tonight special for me, and I have
It does not help that Rose is being oddly quiet, not expressing her opinion. Does that mean that she is confused too? James must see the wheels turning in my brain, because as we continue the drive, he reaches over and grabs my hand. “Lily, are you okay? You are suddenly being really quiet.” I
(James POV) As we head back to the resort, I can tell that Lily’s mind is racing. It does not take a genius to figure out that today has been overwhelming for her. I cannot fault her for that; it has been overwhelming for me too. I decide to invite her for a walk along the beach so that we can
After a few minutes, I notice that she is not fighting me anymore. Instead, she is crying her eyes out into my chest. My shirt is drenched, but I could care less. Without letting go of her, I gently push her away from me just enough so that I can look her in her beautiful eyes. “Lily, in the pa
(James POV) As Lily and I walk back to the hotel, I notice a small outdoor sitting area. It is next to a large outdoor fireplace, and it offers an amazing view of the ocean. The best part is that —given the way the seating area and everything nearby the seating area are set up— the most logical p
(Brady POV) I have fallen in love with Lily. Loving and taking care of her has become one of my most important priorities. One day soon, I would love to make her the luna of my pack. Given my feelings, you may wonder why I bailed on our plans for tonight and let her go out with James instead.
***Trigger Warning: I apologize in advance: This chapter is going to be emotional and really, really dark. Violence and threatened (but not actual) sexual assault/ child abuse will be discussed.*** (Lily POV) “Question 1. What happened on the night that Stephanie died?” I lifted my head off o