Daylan's POV
As I walked towards Brie's apartment, the weight of the past few days bore down on me. The confrontation with Tabitha had been intense, but necessary. I had to make it clear that Brie and I were together, so that she could stay out of it. Yet, I was still thinking about that compromise. I'm not sure what I want anymore. I used to be so sure about my future, but now with Brie... is she changing me to want more? Now, I just wanted to spend a peaceful night with her, reassuring her that everything would be okay.
I knocked softly on her door. Moments later, it swung open to reveal Brie, her eyes wide with a mixture of anxiety and relief.
“Hey,” she breathed, stepping aside to let me in. “How was work today?”
I stepped inside with my overnight bag in hand, she closed the door b
