Next day, 10:45 AM
"I miss you," Bella whispered, rising onto her toes to brush a gentle kiss against his lips.
Leo smiled faintly, his hand lifting to cradle her cheek. "Then I'll kiss you more when I'm back," he murmured, leaning down to press another slow kiss to her lips, unhurried and reassuring. They pulled apart only slightly, foreheads touching, both smiling in that quiet, private way that belonged only to them.
"Take care, okay?" he said softly, his thumb brushing her jaw.
Before she could answer, a very deliberate cough echoed behind them.
"Cough. Cough."
Both of them turned at the same time.
William stood there with a knowing look, far too amused for his own good. Leo's expression didn't change at all, calm, composed, unreadable, but Bella's cheeks flushed instantly, warmth rushing up her face as she stepped back half a pace.
"If you're done," William said cheerfully, clearly enjoying himself, "may I finally show my granddaughter my house?"
