“Because . . .” he whines. “Because it’s kinda hot.” “For fuck’s sake, Snow!” I shout it so loud, some birds go squawking out of the trees. I duck out of his arms. “Come on. It’s sexy. Admit it.” I’m walking away from him. “Cannibalism isn’t sexy.” He hums, like I might be wrong. “Simon.” He jogs to catch up with me. “It’s not just me—everyone thinks vampires are sexy! I’m terrible at metaphors, and I still get it. Every vampire movie is about fucking virgins.” I shake my head over and over. “I’m not . . . This is not . . . You’re not a virgin.” “Well, that part’s fictional, right? You don’t
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