Liam I stared at the picnic I set up. It was nothing too much. A large fluffy blanket, candles, flowers in a glass vase, and petals scattered on the ground. The sweetest-smelling incense burned slowly, its scent mixing with the sea breeze. The food I’d prepared was on a tray I had carried down. Grilled fish, shrimp, crab legs, roasted potatoes, fruit slices, and a juice jug. I had tasted each meal more than I should have, ensuring it was cooked right. Aries yapped in my head the whole time. You’ve been doing well, he said. No growling, no forcing her hand, no yelling. And now you’re preparing a feast for her. You’re behaving like a man who wants to win his mate back. You’re putting in the effort, I’ll give you that. I’d ignored him, but he went on. It might seem like I’m naggin

