A date

NOVA

After the incident, I pretended nothing happened between us. Luckily, Dashiell travelled for business and would be back in a week, giving me ample time to prepare for his return, knowing he would once more start following me around like the annoying housefly he was. The only good thing about this week was Brion's return. I had been eagerly waiting, counting the days until his return.

“So, where do you wish to go on the date?” Brion asked, smiling at me, his eyes crinkling at the side as he watched. Like always, it drew me to him. I would be a liar if I said I never noticed how handsome he was. It didn't make matters okay he was such a good uncle to my kids, making me imagine what a romantic life with him would be like, but I didn't take those expectations far.

Brion had been my saviour, something I never asked for, and one reason I would always be indebted to him. Thinking about him romantically would only cause a strain on our relationship, something I never wanted.

“Nova?”