Chapter 46. Bring Up the Past

Becca's POV

To my surprise, Alex takes me to the back of the packhouse, where there is a spacious balcony.

While he went in, to the kitchen to gather some ingredients for a cocktail, my thoughts returned to Zane.

What is he doing now? Does he miss me, or did he go to Marelva after all to fulfill his responsibilities towards the children? I imagine what it would have been like if we were still together. Around this time, we would be snuggled up in front of the television watching world news and discussing politics. Zane wouldn't fall asleep until I was nestled against his chest, deep in dreamland. Then he'd carry me to our bedroom. That was our daily routine.

I smile at this happy memory.

Suddenly, I felt a hand on my shoulder.

And when I look up, I see Elyon standing there. Goodness, he is absolutely the last person on earth that I want to see in my current state of misery. His presence here feels like a cruel twist of fate. He lo