Ch. 61 So Much Worse

Elena

“It feels like forever since it’s been just the two of us.” Mason reaches over from the driver’s seat to squeeze my hand.

“It really does, doesn’t it? We were apart for so long and I was already with the twins when you came back. When everything settles down, I’d like to have some one-on-one time with each of my mates.” I squeeze back, willing myself not to think about whether Asher will be in the picture I’m painting of our future together.

“If that’s what you want, you know we’ll make it happen.” He agrees. “But I imagine once we’re all back together, it will be a while before you want to be separated again. I was kind of hoping we could take advantage of some alone time now. How would you feel about a date night?”

“I’d love that, Mace!” I lean in to kiss his cheek in appreciation for his thoughtfulness. “With all the craziness happening around us, some down time to just focus on our bond sounds perfect.”

We settle into companionable silence. Mason leaving me alone