Chapter 31

William’s POV

I’ve let a small beard grow; one of the girls at work told me I have a baby face, and days later, her comment influenced me, so I let the beard grow. The guys have teased me about it ever since. I can’t believe having a beard makes me feel different, scared, and wanting to shave it off. Sometimes, I look in the mirror and wonder if I really look good with it.

The days I’ve spent here have made me feel better about myself. I’ve connected more with my brother, gotten to know Olive better, the casino is doing well, and I can go out partying with Louis whenever I want. The perfection of the situation seemed eerie, but nothing can go well for too long.

I received a message while I was on my way home, and what chilled me was that Mérida informed me she would arrive at my house tomorrow, to spend time with me. I didn’t want her here; I was being happy, getting closer to Scarlett, and feeling things for her. I had discovered it recently; every time we