Traction (The Driven World)

“It’s nothing serious. Well … it’s not that kind of ring yet, but it’s a promise.” Kayden’s voice turns husky as he speaks. “That’s us. You and me, and I want to promise that I’m not going anywhere. Once we’re both ready, the ring will have a diamond.”

My eyes burn with emotion as the tears threaten to fall, but I blink them back and try to focus on the beautiful ring. “This is … I don’t know.”

“This is us. Since you, speedy.”

A smile cracks on my face when I meet his gaze. “Since you, slick.”

Kayden steals my lips with his, molding his mouth to mine in a toe-curling kiss, and I know when the time is right, we will get engaged, but right now, this is perfect.

My life is perfect.

And I know my dad would be proud.