“But in addition to being my partner, my...whatever the opposite of alpha is, the horizon that my first and last thought touches every day, and my hands-down favorite lay, you’re also my best friend, Oliver. And maybe that doesn’t sound as big of a deal because, you know, not a lot of competition. But it’s true. You’re my best friend and you make me feel like I can do anything. I just... I want you to feel that too.” Cooper cleared his throat. “Uh, the bit about feeling supported, I mean. I’m not demanding you say I’m your best friend back. I haven’t made us half-moon bracelets or anything.”
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