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“When did this”—Gray waves his index finger between Daniel and me—“become official? Exact date would be great.” I stare at them, amused. “Why?” “We’re big fans. We’ve been shipping Janny since day one.” Angel grins. “Janny?” I smile a little at that but cringe too. “Don’t ever call us that.” “I kind of like it,” Daniel says happily and slips his hand under my shirt, stroking my back. “Janny…Janny…Janny…” he says over and over again in different tones as if that’ll somehow make it sound better.
I want to pretend it’s not there, but my body is moving robotically in a way that’s not mine, going towards it. When I grab it, the tiny string that was keeping me tethered to sanity snaps. I’m so happy you’re here, Josefine! With love, Garcia
“I miss you,” I murmur. “I missed you too.” I cease in my spot, but my heart takes off at the familiar voice. “Hi, Jos.”
“What’s the special occasion?” He flashes me a small, boyish grin that makes my heart stutter. “You’re the special occasion. That didn’t sound too corny, did it?”
I told you once and I’ll tell you again: Don’t hide from me, please. Let me in.” “Even on the dark days?” His trembling voice drops an octave. I tug back, leveling my gaze with his amber eyes that fuel my soul on fire. “I’ll love you even on the dark days.” He gapes at me in disbelief, but his hands tighten around me. “I’m going to need you to say that again.” My heart careens, and my lips crack into a shy smile. “I’ll love you even on the dark days. I-I know that’s hard to believe. I know I’ve never been the most uh, sentimental, sappy, or even loving person.
“I sound like an idiot, don’t I?” “No, God, no.” He tucks my hair behind my ear. “You sound like the girl I love.”
You are loving, Josefine, and I’m privileged to be the one you choose to love.”
“I never finished listening to the CD you gave me and your earbuds are shit. No offense.” “A lot taken.” He pinches my side.
“This is official.” “What do you mean by that?” “You’re pretty much part of the family. You really can’t leave me now. If my Dad asked you personally, that means we’re married. Sorry, I don’t make the rules.”
You make the world brighter and better! I’m so happy you’re here! With love, Jos<3
I hug her carefully, cradling the side of her head. “You’re going to be the best mom. Our baby is so lucky. Just like I am.” She sniffles. “You think so?” “I know so.”
“We’re going to be parents.” “Yeah, we are.” She breathes, her smile bigger than before, and I know mine is mirroring it. “Daniel?” “Yeah?” “I’m so happy we’re here.” She seals the space between our lips.
