Playing With Fire

Mason wanted to be there when Alex came home...to his home where he grew up. He wanted to welcome her though he knew that she would never feel unwelcome in their cottage...his mother would make sure of that. He was glad that his mother was so persistent in offering their home for Alex to stay after she was discharged. It was the best place for Alex to recuperate and rest. He would not want Alex to stay in a hotel. Though he would want her to go back to his apartment...he knew that their home in the province was the best option for her. 

As much as Mason wanted to be with her, there were things that he had to deal with first. Though Alex will always be his priority, he knew that Alex would want to have some space from him after he refused to leave her side in the past few days while she was in the hospital. He is afraid that she will get sick of his presence and that is the last thing he needs right now.