“It doesn’t matter what he tells you, honey. Doesn’t matter what he buys you. Men are attracted to shiny, new toys. In a few months, you won’t be shiny or new anymore, so he’ll start looking for the next. It’s better you prepare yourself now when –” “Stop.” I tear my face out of her grip. “The last person I need giving me advice about men is you.” She chuckles. “Oh, is that right?”

