*Jared*
I woke before the sun and pulled my arms from around Eliza. For a moment, I just watched her.
Her face was so soft and peaceful as she slept, hair curling around her soft features so perfectly. It was hard to pull away. I could have laid with her in my arms forever.
But Abe and I had a lot of work to do.
I kissed Eliza's cheek and brushed my fingers lightly down her face.
She squirmed and turned away from me.
I smiled to myself. She was perfect, and she was all mine.
Stretching, I threw some clothes on and nudged Abe's tent. “Get up, sleepy. We've got a long day ahead of us."
Abe groaned and I heard him shifting around.
While he got ready, I lit a fire and threw together a quick breakfast for us–a few fried eggs, some coffee, and bacon. It was the perfect energy boost we n
