Chapter 235

I wake up having slept better than I have since, well, since the last time I slept with Declan. I reach out and feel that the bed is warm but empty just before the sounds of the shower reach my ears.

I know that as soon as we walk out of this room, all of Declan's walls will go back up. I know that he will push me away and try to keep his distance. But I also know that every time he breaks and spe