“I love you.” He swallowed hard, bringing my face closer to his. “Everleigh. Slave. I have loved you for longer than you can even imagine. This is not easy for me. I’m trying so hard to find us. I need you to try too. Just say the word. Believe it, or don’t. Just let me hear you say it. I have to. I need more…I think I feel…I…”
