“Well, do you want me to go back to how things were before?” “What?” I say, shocked. “No. Don’t.” “Mm-hmm. And do you want me to date anyone else?” “No,” I growl, feeling suddenly irritated. “Don’t do that either.” “Do you want to kiss me again?” I sigh. “I can’t stop thinking about it, so yes.” She nods decisively, and something in her eyes changes. “You definitely want to date me,” she says, her lips tilting into a lopsided smile. “Do I have to wait for whatever you want to talk about, or can I hold your hand now?” She could do so much more than hold my hand and I wouldn’t stop her. But I
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