“I’m happy.” “Good.” My response seemed to relieve his tension and he visibly relaxed beneath me. “Because I want you to be happy, Liz.” “I’m always happy when I’m with you.” “Yeah,” he replied, voice sounding a little deeper than usual. “It’s the same for me.” “Thanks for picking me by the way,” I said, shifting closer. “I know you and Claire got to pick one friend each to come on this trip, and I also know that Claire picked Gibs.” I smiled before adding, “Which means you picked me.” “I’ll always pick you, Liz.” Hugh’s arm came around my waist and he pulled me closer to his chest. “You’ll
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