Xavier (Gunner) We watched the SUV disappear down the road. I was having mixed feelings; it had changed, or should I say it became stronger, when I said I do and put that ring on her finger. Worry. Protection. Be by her side all the time. All understandable. But not realistic. A new side of me to adjust to, watching my girl go out into the world and stand on her feet. Cora's a strong woman, and doesn't need me hovering around her, protecting her, all the time. If I were honest, I need her more than she needs me. Emotionally, that is. The first woman to find a way to my heart, and lock herself in there. Yes, I had women in my youth that I thought I loved, but I got love and lust mixed up, and when the one I thought would be my forever, I found her spreading her legs for anoth

