“It’s hard to put into words, but I think I’ve loved you in my own strange way for a long time. When I tease you or argue with you, it’s only because I care about you so much. Because you are the only one who truly understands me and my peculiarities.” I reach out and caress his cheek, loving the prickles of his stubble under my fingertips. “And I’m sorry for hurting you in the past.” “No, Alina. Please. Don’t apologize—” “Let me finish.” I thread my fingers through his dark, dense hair. “I’m sorry for hurting you in the past, but I am unapologetic for the bullying in our present.” He huffs
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