What promises did you break, Bee? His voice is low and hesitant this morning. He waits, expressionless on my screen as I sip a cup of tea PJ brought in an hour ago. It's cold.
I didn't go easy on myself. I ate sugar. I tried to cut the Devil out of my flesh but then I left him there to fester.
(I had promised to go easy on myself, eat better and not make any rash moves with regard to Caleb in Ben's absence just to keep the peace because Ben is the peacekeeper between Lochlan and Caleb. When he's around, I mean.)
None of the important ones, I tell him. He smiles because he knows when I lie.
I can't wait to see you. I have a huge surprise for you.
What is it? I don't like surprises.
You'll like this one.
You promise?
I promise. Now pack our redhead and come meet me.
