Chapter 11

Jasper Hartford

Lizzy stepped out of her room wearing the dress my mom bought her looking absolutely stunning. She normally wore clothes that hid her body, I know that was mostly my fault but I still felt guilty about it. Maybe when we had completed our bond and she felt more comfortable around me I could convince her to dress like this more often.

I had overheard her talking to my mom about me. She seemed happy that I was her mate which was a nice surprise after how badly I had messed things up in the past. I had been worried that she would be shocked and upset once she worked out I was hers, the fact that she seemed to be taking it so well made me want to throw caution to the wind and kiss her.

‘Say something, you are staring at her like an idiot.’ Garnet groaned.

“Wow,” I mumbled, unable to think of anything more profound to say.

‘I should have been more specific. I should have told you to say something smart.’ Garnet complained, sharing some of his embarrassment with me.

“Tha