Never Too Far Novel

Antoine smiled. “I should also think about retiring. It’s about time.” He looked at his nephew with approval in his eyes. “I’m happy you found Willow.”

Willow heard footsteps coming closer. She put her book down and quickly left the room. Jasper went to her quickly as well. The moment Willow stood before him, he hugged her and spun around.

Willow leaned in his embrace and smiled. “What happened?” Why is he so excited?

Jasper smiled and leaned closer. “My uncle agreed to my retirement.”

Willow was happy for him too. From that moment onward, he belonged to her and only her. It felt like she just got her hands on the most valuable treasure in her life. She stood on tiptoes and kissed Jasper. “You’re mine now, then.”

Jasper smiled as well, and he picked her up. “Completely.”

the room. They had just stepped inside when Willow said something that made Jasper nervous. “Oh no. I forgot to

he froze for a few moments. When he came last time, Willow was eagerly collecting those. “It’s alright. I’ll get some from the people here.” Jasper

“I was playing with you. I brought it,

embrace. A little annoyed, he said, “You cheeky

face after he got pranked. She wrapped her arms

tapped her nose. “Can I trust

alright?” She was purring like a cat when Jasper kissed her.

her a little punishment for it. Even though it was afternoon, it didn’t stop the couple from going at it, and it felt

Willow had taken a bath, and her face was still pink from the afterglow. She was sitting on the couch,

eyes. Willow leaned her head back and hugged Jasper, enjoying the consoling kiss.