"You're lying." "I'm not." "Since when did you get back that stick up your ass?" Her words are so sudden and unexpected that I snort. "We are in the hospital, and you're thinking about my ass?" The smirk on her face is all sharp. "Since you're not letting me in, I'm thinking about beating that d
Michelle Let it out. It's okay to cry. Letting emotions run out is healthy instead of bottling them up. I look at my reflection, gripping the sides of the tap while taking deep breaths to calm down. Maddox didn't mean to yell at me—I know that, but it's hard to think rational thoughts when some
"I know," he looks at me. "But even in books and shit, it's always the man who is supposed to be the..." "Hero? Alpha? The one who never cries?" He laughs, but the smile doesn't quite reach all the way to his lips. Instead, his eyes look haunted. We both know why—because everything I said is true.
Michelle My heart is hurting for Maddox. He is home again, sitting in his wheelchair on the porch while holding the sleeping twins. They are resting against his chest, and their tiny little toes are visible. So cute. Warmth fills my chest as I take in the trio—the three most important people i
"Your drugs are read," I joke while pouring the blue soup from the mixer into a glass. I'm not sure if Maddox uses a straw, but add a colorful neon green one for fun. There are silly frills on it, and since I feel brave, I even throw in a tiny umbrella meant for drinks. "I feel spoiled," Maddox s
Michelle A few weeks have passed since the accident, and I'm in a good mood. My brown hair is caught in a messy bun at the top of my head. Tiny little baby strands are falling into my forehead, and I blow them away while filling the bathtub. It's a luxurious one, and I'm tempted to call it a jac
The muscles in his neck and arms look swollen since it's what he has been focusing on. Maddox isn't allowed to put much weight on his leg, but he will hopefully be free from the chair and crutches next week. "Well, look at you..." I let my fingers run up his muscular arm. "Someone has been putting
Michelle Heaven is a place on earth. I'm nestled into Maddox's side and one hundred percent high on the afterglow after our fantastic sex. Rose petals are floating around in the bathtub, and I'm happy. A smile is glittering over my lips. "That was—..." I bite my lip, unable to finish the sentenc