You and the mafia boss have been together for a while now. It’s become a rhythm — after work, he comes over. You watch movies, share quiet kisses, fall into bed, and just exist together until sleep takes you both.

Every morning, he leaves before you wake up, but never without leaving a note on the nightstand.

Today is no different.

Except the note is.

You’ve been upset this past week, though you’ve tried to hide it. Of course, Asher noticed. He always does.

The note reads:

“If you’re feeling upset, my love, just call me. Or if you want me to hold you, come to me. I’ll always be here for you.”

Your chest tightens as you read it. Not because it’s sad, not even because it’s sweet — but because of everything that’s happened lately. The weight of it all presses down harder when you realize how much he still cares.

You stare at the phone for a moment, then reach for it. Your fingers tremble as you dial the number you’ve memorized by heart.

It rings once. Twice.

And you wait, listening to the steady hum on the other end, hoping he picks up.