OUT OF ALL THE things I expected tonight, getting metaphorically punched in the chest by another one of his songs was not on the list. But as he starts singing “Marry Me,” that’s exactly what happens. The whole time, I can’t stop picturing it. Laiken in a white dress, clutching a bouquet with one hand and her dad’s arm with the other. Her hair done all nice with a veil placed perfectly on top. And her walking down the aisle to someone who isn’t me. Just the thought alone puts a pit in the middle of my stomach. It’s not like I wouldn’t be there. Her brother is my best friend. Even if she tried
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