“New rule. You’re not allowed to call me Mr. Reeves until I can call you Mrs. Reeves.” “Rules are made to be broken,” I say on an exhale, and then hold my breath. “How about a deal?” He chuckles in amusement. “I’m listening. Intently.” “Give me time. I’m not going anywhere. Let our love be simple and let it be complicated too. Let me see all of you, the parts of you that you keep hidden under your scars. Make me fall even more deeply in love with all the dark parts of you. The parts you think are unlovable. Then one day, ask me properly, and I’ll say yes.” I gently tug the ring off my finger
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