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.”

They had just stepped inside when Willow said something that made Jasper

about, and he froze for a few moments. When he came last time, Willow was eagerly collecting those. “It’s alright. I’ll get some

you. I brought it,

embrace. A little annoyed, he

he got pranked. She wrapped her arms around his neck and said,

nose. “Can I

was purring like a cat when Jasper kissed her. He couldn’t take it when

little punishment for it. Even though it was afternoon, it

the afterglow. She was sitting on the couch, taking a rest. Jasper had

kissed the corner of her eyes. Willow leaned her head back and hugged Jasper, enjoying the consoling kiss. Jasper caressed her hair, immersed in her scent. It