Page 120 of Crossing Between

Elias hummed in agreement, his thumb brushing across my cheekbone. "Always."

Varon sat up, his grey eyes assessing as he took in the state of us. "Come on," he said, standing and offering me his hand. "Let's get you cleaned up."

He led me into the bathroom, the massive jacuzzi-style tub filling with water as he turned it on. Kenji and Elias followed, their hands lingering on my body as they passed, sending shivers of anticipation down my spine.

Varon stepped into the tub, pulling me with him. The water was hot, bordering on scalding, but it felt incredible against my aching muscles. I sighed, leaning back against Varon's chest as he wrapped his arms around me, his hands cupping my breasts.

Kenji and Elias joined us, the tub easily large enough to accommodate all four of us. Kenji settled across from me, his legs bracketing mine as he leaned forward to kiss me. Elias took his place at my side, his hand resting on my thigh under the water.

For a moment, we simply soaked in the heat, the silence broken only by the soft sounds of our breathing and the occasional splash of water. It was peaceful, intimate, andI felt a warmth in my chest that had nothing to do with the temperature of the bath.

"I want you all to move in with me," Varon suddenly spoke, his voice low and serious. "Permanently."

I turned to look at him, my heart swelling at the vulnerability in his eyes. "Really?"

He nodded, his thumb brushing across my nipple, sending a jolt of pleasure through me. "I want you here, with me, always. All of you."

Elias leaned in, kissing Varon softly before turning to me. "I'm in."

Kenji grinned, his eyes sparkling with mischief. "Count me in, too."

I smiled, my heart feeling fuller than it ever had before. "Then it's settled."

Elias's expression turned thoughtful. "What about our place, Kenji? We can let Ryan stay there as long as he needs."

The mention of my brother brought a pang of worry, but I pushed it aside, focusing on the hope that filled me instead. I was hopeful for Ryan and for the future. I kissed each of them, lingering over their lips, savoring the love that flowed between us.

"I love you," I murmured, the words catching in my throat. "All of you."

Their responses were soft and heartfelt, each kiss a promise, each touch a testament to the bond we shared.

This journey may have started out bloody with fear, but it now was filled with love and hope.

And it was for forever.