CHAPTER EIGHTY-SEVEN - The Silent Treatment

Claire nestled closer to Mason, her head resting on his chest as they lay tangled in the sheets. The soft glow of the bedside lamp cast a warm light across the room, creating a cozy atmosphere. Mason's fingers lazily traced patterns on her bare shoulder, sending pleasant shivers down her spine. "This is nice," Claire murmured, breaking the comfortable silence. Mason hummed in agreement. "It is. I've missed this... missed you." Claire tilted her head to look up at him, a small smile playing on her lips. "I've missed you too. It feels like we're finally finding our way back to each other." Mason pressed a gentle kiss to her forehead. "We are. I know things have been rough, but I'm committed to making this work, Claire. You mean everything to me." Claire's heart swelled at his words, but a flicker of doubt still lingered in the back of her mind. "I want to believe that, Mason. I really do." Mason shifted, propping himself up on one elbow to face her. His eyes were earnest as he spok