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Because the very last thing I need in my life is someone who makes me feel like there’s not enough oxygen in my lungs when I’ve only just caught my breath.
“Careful, that one’s got claws,” Cade offers right as Willa shoves a pointy elbow into his ribs. I grin. “That’s okay. I like having my back scratched.”
“Yeah. Sure. If you ever need help, you can give me a call.” She looks momentarily stunned. “Why?” I lift my shoulders in a shrug. “I don’t know. Why not?”
“I could fucking bury whoever made you believe you’re as unlovable as you seem to think.”
But so help me, if you keep talking about this current situation like it’s a burden, it will become difficult to stay friends with you.”
“I’ll always defend you, Winter.”
“I don’t need a special trophy for parenting. I love it, Winter. Don’t worry. Go enjoy your manicure while you can still get one.”
“I’m not mad at you.” Her arms cross. “I’m mad at the future.” “Don’t be. I promise you that’s not what the future holds.”
“Because your wellbeing has quickly become my number one priority.”
“He said, ‘Mom, I met her.’ And I said, ‘Who?’” Loretta’s lips curve up, her eyes taking on a faraway look. “He said, ‘The woman I’m going to marry one day.’”
“You were what I’ve always needed and never had.”
“Because you make me like myself . . . and you’re the only one who ever has.”
