Paula pushed open the door and stepped out, feigning a sleepy expression. Nathan turned around and immediately hung up the phone, pretending everything was normal as he walked toward her.

As he approached, Nathan gently took Paula’s chin and placed a kiss on her cheek. "You’re awake, babe?"

Paula flashed a sweet smile. "Nathan, are we really together now? It feels so surreal."

Nathan narrowed his eyes, a self-satisfied grin spreading across his face. "I told you, I’m ...