40|The Company

~Elena~

Damon took me to an Irish pub near my apartment complex. The place flared with an intimate vibe, even though it was crowded. It’s Friday night, after all.

Damon knew the owner and snagged us a booth with a wonderful view of the stage. A guy in his late forties plays guitar; his voice drifts through the chatter and buzz.

My hunger was satisfied by the shepherd’s pie we ordered. Damon now nu