VernonMy biology clockwork woke me up right after sunrise. But I decided that I could stay in bed today as I looked at Shannon who was sleeping so soundly in my arms.I knew if I let go of her she would certainly be stirred or even woken up. I didn't have the heart to do that, she was in so much pain yesterday and tired out from the sex later. I didn't even get to finish when she told me such. But at that point, all that mattered was her, so I just held her in my arms and lulled her to sleep after cleaning her up.She was sleeping so peacefully, it almost made me proud. Proud that I tired her so much, proud that she was trusting me enough to fall into deep sleep in my arms. She really was so cute. She was so gorgeous even without anything on her face, now that I thought about this, I had never seen her in makeup before, nor did I ever see her wear clothes that would bring out her features.But I didn't really mind that one bit, she could dress up or down, or be naked, I wouldn't mind

ShannonI froze as I heard him ask me that. I didn't expect the sudden change of face, and I thought he wouldn't be jealous seeing his attitude about my fashion choice."I... I just didn't really have time alone with Nora ever since we came here, as her friend, I just want to know her relationship status with your best friend, that's all." I said in an almost meek voice, I was scared that he would act like Terry.His face softened after hearing my explanation. He put the shopping bags in the back truck and then opened the passenger door to let me in, after he got into the car as well, he put one hand on my kneel."Sorry, I overreacted. I should have known that you were just looking out for your friend. I know you care a lot about them. If you wanted to know how they were doing, how about we go on double dates with them?" He suggested.Which took me by great surprise. I had the concept of a double date, but I had never done that before, after all, who would go on a double date with the

Shannon"Shannon! I heard we were going on a double date!" I was startled by Nora's energetic voice coming suddenly behind me."Eh, yeah, did Adonis tell you that already?" I asked, feigning ignorance.The truth was, I didn't know how to face Nora ever since I found out about Adonis and the other woman. I thought Terry finding his fated mate at my birthday party was the most dramatic thing that ever happened in my life, but no this was so much worse.Should I tell her? It was eating me away if I didn't tell her. But knowing what she had been through, I also knew the truth might crush her. Poor Nora, she had been through so much, I didn't want to add any more pain to her. But if we were going camping, I would have to spend the next few days with them, I didn't know if I had it in me to keep this a secret.Damn you Adonis, why did you have to cheat? Why did I have to be the one who found out?"Yes! I'm so excited! I have never been to camping before. I'm glad I can do it with you!" She

ShannonI was awoken by a soft bird chirping. There was something special about waking up in nature. Everything felt so fresh even though I was only in a tent. The sound of running water, the fresh air that came with the wind, and the heat natural sunlight brought, were so refreshing.This was the point of camping, I think.Vernon's arms were wrapped tightly around my waist, his face was buried on the back of my neck. I felt his breathing rhythm changed slightly, indicating that he was awake."You are up so early," Vernon said, his voice was low and husky from sleep."The birds singing woke me up," I said simply. But I wasn't complaining.Vernon only made a hum in response."What are we doing today?" I asked him out of curiosity."Hiking, but I didn't know if your friend could still do that after last night.""Quit it. Don't say this in front of them, she would get shy.""Of course, I wouldn't. What kind of person do you think I am?""Yet you are saying that to me." I rolled my eyes.

Shannon"It's okay, they wouldn't try anything when I'm around you," Vernon said when he put his hand above mine and gave me a light squeeze.I was a little nervous about meeting Vernon's father, and rightfully so. From Vernon's statement and what I heard from others, I knew his father might be a handful. His words didn't help either. He said they wouldn't try anything when he was around, but what if he was not? Would they try to do something if Vernon was not around? What would they do? What could I do to protect myself?A lot of thoughts were racing through my head right now. I didn't even reply to Vernon when he comforted me. He noticed I was absent-minded, and he gave me a light squeeze again. I looked down at my hand and looked back up to his face. I forced a smile."I'm fine," I said to him."It's okay, I will be by your side." He said as his hand reached to my face and brushed a strand of hair out of the way.Realizing we were still in a car with Adonis driving, I blushed a lit