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January 21 - January 21, 2023
“Who is she, fucking Mary Poppins?” Molly begins to answer when I realize I said it louder than intended because Lanie Heart turns her head over her shoulder and answers me. “I prefer Maria, but I promise not to cut up your curtains for play clothes.”
I crumble beside him.
crumple?
I’ll protect Lanie just like I protect you and the girls. Lanie’s part of our family while she’s here,” he looks over to me and adds, “a part of our family as long as she wants to be. Lanie has proven her love for you time and time again, so I promise you, little man, I will protect her.”
“Remember, Mr. Boss Man, don’t fall in love with me.” I give him a saucy wink and am startled by the emotion I find in his eyes. “It might be too late for that, Lanie Heart. It just might be too late,” he growls, shaking his head.
“Lanie? Do you know the difference between Mary Poppins and Maria?” She stays silent. “Maria’s the one who stayed.”
twenty’s
twenties - unless it's 20's
If you spend the rest of your life expecting things to end, you’ll miss all the beginnings, all the good.
her’s
hers
“I mean it, Lanie, this is your world. I’m just lucky enough to be a part of it. If at any point you decide you’re ready and want to try for more, I’ll be here with open arms.
Preston: How does Jules know already if Lanie doesn’t?
Jules was in the text thread - she already knew. Wasn't she?
do want something to eat?
do YOU want something to eat?
Dexter’s grin outshines the sun. “That seems like a very thoughtful decision, Mrs. Cross.” I look up at him right after he says it. I don’t think he even realizes the slip.
“Oh, that’s fine, Lanie. My dad is really good at fixing things. I’ll help, too. Together we can fix you for sure. Just come back home, Lanie, and we’ll fix you. Then you can be my mom.”
will marry me and be our forever?”
will YOU marry me?
