Alex’s pov.

“That went well, right?” Beatrice says while chuckling, closing the door behind her as Lily leaves.

I smile while nodding my head, “she’s… actually really important to me. I’m glad you guys get along… after my mother died- something also died inside of me. When Creed found Lily, it was like something clicked back into place.”

Bea gives me a soft smile, wrapping me up in a hug.

I sigh happily, placing my head on her shoulder and inhaling her scent.

I still ...