“Let me make one thing clear, babe. I’m here to stay. I know I said I want you to be happy, and I’ll be your friend for as long as you aren’t ready to give me any more than that. But I’m not here to be your friend. I’m a persistent asshole, and I’m going to keep trying until I gain your trust again and you give me what I want. Because I want to give you everything. You’re all I see.” I pause, pulling my arms tighter around her torso. “I need you,”
