“Benson doesn’t want you near his sister.” “Why?” He looks at me in confusion. “Because you’re not a relationship type of guy.” “You’re not a relationship—” “We’re talking about you and Layla, not about me and Ava,” I interrupt him, and he huffs in irritation. “Show him how much you like her, that you can be different for her.” “But I have no idea if I can be different.” “You can. For the right girl, you can.” “Aw, you fucker.” He lunges at me, taking me into a bear hug. “Can I be your best man?” I push him away, hearing my phone buzz. “Get off me, Rodgers.” “Only if you promise to make me
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