Just one inhale, that’s all I take, as I drag the pad of my thumb along the smooth plane of her cheek. My eyes flutter closed for a second before I open them again and tip her head back. I should let go, but when her eyes collide with mine, I’m struck by how little I see and how much I feel. “Josie…” “Hmm?” Her eyes never leave mine. “I’m so happy you’re here.” “You wouldn’t let go.” Her voice wavers, fragile like that night. “I couldn’t and I wouldn’t.”
