“I always loved this spot,” Landon said as they stood at the edge of the lake, watching the moon and stars reflect across the smooth, dark surface. “Me too.” Celia smiled softly. “I loved when Lucas would insist we come here to see you as kids.” Landon’s smile was genuine at the memory. “Some of my best times were playing here with the two of you.” His smile faded slightly. “But then we got older, and I didn’t want to come out as much.” “Why’s that?” She looked at him, but Landon kept his gaze on the sky. “It was obvious where you and Lucas were heading.” Landon shrugged. “I knew he liked you for a long time. At first, I didn’t care. You were both just little kids to me… until suddenly you weren’t.” He shook his head, glancing at her. “I caught the two of you making out here one time,

