"Thank you Max," she whispered weakly.

He nodded silently before pulling her into another hug and resting his chin on top of her head. He inhaled deeply and inhaled her scent.

He loved how intoxicating it smelt. It reminded him of all the good memories he had with her. They stood like that for a while as they embraced each other.

After a few moments they reluctantly separated. Both of them smiled widely at each other and Max reached his hand out, grasping hers tightly.

"Come on gorgeous," he urged her gently.

She intertwined her fingers with his as he led her back inside his house. As they entered his...