Alyson's POV
Ryan wasn't there when I woke up, and my chest tightened till I saw that he was outside the cabin. He hadn't disappeared, but I knew he was likely getting ready and I would go with him.
My heart needed him. I might tell him at some point, but for now, I knew I was going with him.
I began to pack a small assortment of dresses and clothes. I wasn't sure what was best to pack, and I asked Donna for some guidance. We spent the day getting ready, keeping tabs on Ryan to make sure he hadn't gone far.
"We need to talk about the trip," I told Ryan in passing.
He nodded, "I have a few things I need to take care of now, but I will come and find you this evening."
That made me feel sure, and I wanted to be ready, a
