“You’re back, then?” Chris asked.
“I am,” Alec said. “But thank you for keeping things going in my absence. It won’t go unappreciated.”
“Sure thing.” Chris nodded and left them alone.
Alec squeezed her to his chest. “Thank you for not giving up on me. I was worried I’d taken too long to wise up.”
“I love you, Alec. And some wise women have convinced me that it’s never too late for love.”