65-Alex POV
Things felt like they were settling down after Rowan and Tyson left. We almost felt like we were over the worst of it.
"So I think it's time we moved to my joint...what do you say?" I asked Hope the next morning over a hot cup of coffee.
"I don't know," she said, looking down at her mug. "I feel like I need some time to think about things."
"What things?" I asked, trying to keep the frustration out of my voice. "We've been through all of this together. We agreed we'd move to my place...I've been away far too long. My guys are feeling the strain of picking up the slack..."
"I know...but I can't help but feel a sense of loss at the thought of moving again," she said softly. "I just need some time to figure out what I want."
"And what is it that you want?" I demanded. "You c
