“But you and Lily—you two love each other. It’s not that difficult to put my feelings aside when I can see how happy you make her.” Her honesty surprises me, and I know, in this moment, I have to reciprocate it. She deserves that at least. “Regardless…” I say. I’m sorry, Rose. The words stay trapped in the back of my throat. Still, she nods in understanding. “As long as you keep my sister safe, we’ll be even.”
