Chapter 84: Zachery

Zach was awake when Monroe dressed that next morning. Monroe kissed Angel while she continued sleeping and left the room. Neither of them had spoken. Zach got up and quickly put on clothes in his private bedroom. When he was ready to put shoes on, he spotted a letter from Monroe waiting on his dresser and read it while fastening his laces.

Zachery,

I should have explained more to you, but time moved too quickly. My unfinished business will hopefully keep danger from the special world we have built. I had no choice and will let nothing happen to the people I love.

Angel will need discipline that you are generally lax in providing. She has been wrapped tightly within a safe little cocoon for a year and I trust that you will do what is best for her.

The kiss wasn't a mistake. I want more. I've always wanted more and that will never change. To hold you and Angel, I will always respect your wishes.

Please review our emergency safety plans with Angel, Marguerite, and Stephens. I will do my