R O S A L I E
The next morning, I woke up to an empty bed. Axel was gone.
I sat up, stretching and noticed a tray of food on the bedside table. Pancakes, eggs, and a single rose in a small vase. A smile touched my lips. He was so thoughtful.
There was a note next to the tray. Had to go handle some business. Stay in my room and avoid Selene, please. Eat up. I'll be back soon. - A.
I picked up the fork and started to eat. The food was delicious. I hadn't realized how hungry I was.
After I finished eating, I decided to go wash the dishes. But I remembered his warning not to bump into Selene. But, was this how I’d keep living if I was going to be with Axel? Always hiding from a teenager? That wasn't a life. I shouldn’t have to walk on eggshells because she doesn’t like me.
Maybe because
