Scott’s hand was still warm on my cheek as the room felt calm and peaceful. But even as peace settled over him, I knew there was one more unsolved problem waiting downstairs, pacing in his room with too many emotions he didn’t know how to handle. And I meant Ace. 

And if something didn’t bridge the gap now, it would just widen. 

I took a slow breath. “Scott… can I suggest something?” 

He looked at me immediately, with seriousness in his eyes like he thought I was ...