“I think about what would’ve happened if I just left you there.” “I’ll tell you, bro, so you can stop torturing yourself.” I don’t break his gaze. “I would’ve woken up the next morning, kick-started the day with some Baileys, then switched to whiskey and bourbon. Every hour, every damn day, and I would’ve taken down the only girl I’ve ever loved with me.” His nose flares as he restrains his emotion. “You saved me, and the way I see it, Rose saved Lily.”
