The corner of his mouth tilted up. He didn’t look at me as he said, “I love you.” Normally it was hard to say it back. Not just to him, but to anyone. Now, though, I didn’t hesitate. I caressed Oliver’s profile with my eyes, that sprinkling of freckles over the bridge of his nose. “I love you, too.” His hand tightened around mine. A million more stars appeared. The horizon exploded with light. And I woke up.
