Novel's POV

I had just finished taking out the trash when I spotted his car. It was tucked away among the others, trying to be inconspicuous. I didn't want to assume it was him, but I walked closer to check.

Sure enough, Alexei was there. His head was resting on the steering wheel, his eyes closed. I couldn't help but smile. He had really stayed here all night just to watch over me. I don't know how I could ever truly reject him or stay angry. I was clearly, deeply in love.

I knocked on the window to get his attention. When he looked up, startled, I put on my...