"IT’S ALMOST dawn," I said to Ash as I glanced at the wall clock. "Don’t you have any plans to take me home? Are we sleeping here now?"

He didn’t respond. Instead, his brows were glued to the television, watching a romance movie.

I smiled, realizing that Ash was protecting me without even knowing. He was loving me without trying too hard. He comforted me when I felt down and appreciated me when I achieved something.

He’s selfish but selfless. Carefree but has plans for his life. ...