~Aspen’s pov~
There was a time in my life when I thought things were over. When I thought… the best I could get out of life was what I already had. The goddess had stiffed me. Rubbing my eyes, I looked around the table. Rylan invited his brothers over for dinner so that we could discuss my memories. But they got lost speaking about their past and yelling at how their father was going to pay. And that’s just what I want. This family.
I want them to be mine too. I think I’m ready to talk to Rylan about it. I got up, grabbing my plate.
I should bring out the dessert. I made my way to the kitchen.
“So, you saw my note?” I looked back. Malek was there. A cup of wine, that he brought from Emberhelm, in his hand.
“Yeah. you are not completely an asshole.”
“Wow, I am so flattered.” he rolled
