“I have feelings for you, songbird.” My heart pounds, and the rest of the bar falls away. “I like you so fucking much. I don’t want to pretend I don’t anymore. I flew out here for you.” Something expands in my chest, filling every corner with an intense warmth. Our gazes are locked, and my arms are still around her, keeping her close. “I don’t want to fight this anymore.” Her eyes are bright and full of vulnerability. “Me neither.” “Really?” She nods, laughing lightly like she’s relieved. I don’t know what to do with this feeling ricocheting throughout me. It’s like there are firecrackers in
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