He's gone

(Xander)

“Do you think she'll agree to it?” Leon asked me. We decided to hang out a bit at a bar after I left work. There was a lot on my mind, and I wanted someone to talk to.

“I'm not certain. She told me that she would think about it, but I'm serious, Leon. I love her a lot, and I want to make sure that she and Cole are safe. Who knows what this man has in store for them.” I replied, making him nod while taking a sip of his drink.

“I understand. But you can't force certain things on her. She's stubborn. She won't say yes right away and would need some time to think. But, what you told her might help.” Of course, it would. As Leon and I were drinking, I could spot paparazzi trying to take a picture of us.

This happened constantly, and I tried to overlook it. However, this time, being in the spotlight might be helpful after all. They will be able to watch her every move, her whereabouts will be plastered all over the internet and publishing companies, and I will be able to keep tra