Chapter 8

He cleared his throat. “I’m honored you feel that way.” He yet again kissed the top of Nolan’s head. “Let me read this passage, then there’s something I would very much like to ask you.”

“Oh, whatever could it be?” Nolan asked with childlike wonder.

“You’ll know soon enough, I promise.”

“Will it include more wine, per chance?”

“Definitely. There’s also cheesecake in the fridge.”

“My favorite,” Nolan sighed. “You spoil me so.”

“Because you’re more than worth it. Shall I read?”

“Yes, please. I find my curiosity in regards to this purposed question is quite piqued.”

“Okay.”

Makai began to read.

July 29th, 2018

I’d like to say this summer has been refreshing, but let’s be honest, the days have been hot and the nights almost unbearably muggy. We haven’t seen rain in nearly a month it seems, though I’m guessing it’s actually shorter and just feels horribly long because it’s always sunny.