“You do have a say, Anna. You do. But I can’t—I just—fuck. I don’t know what I’m doin’. I’ve spent a huge chunk of life runnin’ from Cherry Peak. Of pretendin it wasn’t home. Now, I’m finally back and so damn happy here, and I’m supposed to give it all up again? I can’t do it. I can’t lose you.” I shake my head furiously. “The only way you’ll lose me is if you try and lock me up in a padded box. I love so many things about you, Brody Steele, especially your protectiveness. Please don’t make me resent you for the same trait that played a part in me falling in love with you. All you have to do
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