“I love you.” She gasps and shakes her head. “No you don’t.” “The fuck I don’t.” I bring my forehead down to rest on hers. “I love you and have loved you for years.” Even if I only just made the connection. “Dex.” She chokes out a sob, squeezing her eyes shut tight. “Look at me, Tink.” Forever passes before she does as she’s told. “I. Love. You.”
