Scarlett
The car came to a slow halt in front of a modern looking two storey vintage house. The wide wooden doors were closed, but I saw the curtains ruffle on the upper floor window. I swàllowed as I curled my fingers into fists that rested in my lap. “I don't think I’m ready.”
“Hey, look at me…” With his fingers nudging my chin, Alex turned my face so I looked at him. “There’s nothing to be worried about, okay? Everything is gonna be fine and they’ll love you.”
I closed my eyes and said, “Let’s do it then.” He leaned over and kissed my forehead, before he opened his side of the door and stepped out. I followed suit as he rounded the hood and came to stand beside me and then weaving his fingers through mine he walked to the front doors. But before he could knock or ring the bell the do
