Chapter 35: Just Ask

"Pretty neat, huh?" He rocked on his heels and grinned.

The roof was his favorite place to spend his time whenever he was here. Not only was the roof quiet and peaceful, it housed an in-ground lagoon-style pool. Lounge chairs were scattered around the pool, along with an umbrella table, a grill, and bar, all encased in hand-laid brick.

She took a few steps forward, then stopped again. "Now I really wish I had clothes, because I am getting in that pool before we leave."

A satisfied grin lifted the corners of his mouth. "This is my favorite place," he admitted with a wistful sigh. "I love to just sit up here and think. And look." He pointed up, showing her the millions of twinkling stars dotting the otherwise dark sky.

Carissa tilted her head and stared up. She was silent for so long, but then she lowered her head, her gaze settling on him. "Thank you," she whispered.

"For what?"

"Everything."