Chapter 16: The Confident Model

The next morning Arlo's arms are around my body. He held me all night long and kept me safe from the evil demons that try to take control of me. I roll over onto his chest and put my head next to his. Arlo kisses me, and it's an innocent kiss. The fact that he is still here must mean that he has some feelings for me too.

"Want me to bring you up some donuts and coffee? I have a few apples too if you want one?"

"Yeah, sure that sounds nice, babe."

Arlo didn't even notice that he's called me babe. He's half asleep and I don't make a big deal about it, at least not on the outside. My insides are fireworks and butterflies. Hunter never gave me a nickname. It was only until Rosa mentioned something to him, that he would on occasion. But not Arlo, he's called me that naturally and of his own accord.

I collect Arlo and my breakfast from the kitchen. I deliver it to him on an old tray we used for breakfast in bed on birthdays.

"This is nice. Thanks for getting this ready for me."

"Listen,