Chapter 403. Softness

DOVE

“Yes,” was the only thing I could manage to say. Because I had completely run out of words.

I didn’t know what to say anymore. A whirlwind of thoughts was swirling in my head. A heaviness that was trying to flood my life. And I had to be stronger than all the fears that might be brewing. I wondered where to start.

“How have you been?” I asked, it would be better for me to listen, I didn’t want to talk.

Jacob joined me in the bathtub, where we fit perfectly together. I felt his skin brushing against mine. The warmth of his skin always made me feel calm.

“I sent them to look for Jason, where I imagine he’ll be. If he’s not there when the cavalry arrives, which is what I hope, I’ve mapped out the specific route he’ll take to get here. I haven’t left any loose ends. It’s a horrible village where my mother once took us. The people there are strange,” Jacob said, starting to massage my shoulders forcefully.

My back straightened up and I got into a