Alex’s pov:

Ever since Jade’s father passed away, we had not been intimate… and no, I meant more than just sex. Even the usual morning kiss became a little bit of a chore to her, it would seem.

I was trying to give her time and space, not knowing what went through that beautiful head of hers… And that might have been quite the mistake!

Indeed, in hindsight, I realized that giving her space and time allowed doubt to fester. And trust was fundamental in any relationship.

I was ...