By now, I needed to reassess how to slowly break Mason away from Alexander.

After some thirty minutes, Alexander finally stopped talking and leaned slightly forward. "Sofia, I can promise you this-if you agree to take Mason to Meristate, his future will be limitless. I'll personally guide him every step of the way," he promised.

I frowned, my displeasure evident. "Mr. Kinsey, we're just starting to reconnect. I haven't made any decisions about something like that yet."

Alexander chuckled softly. "You're right. I was being too impatient. My apologies."

"Speaking of Mason, let's talk about her. I'd like to know more about her life in Meristate over the years," I...