C52 Chapter 52

Melia's pov

The drive home was quiet, the city lights casting soft shadows over Bastian’s sharp, chiseled features as he navigated the streets with the ease of someone who never needed directions. He didn’t say much, but I could feel the warmth radiating off him, the silent approval he didn’t need to voice.

I couldn’t stop the smile from creeping onto my face. I was exhausted, yes