“I know that whatever relationship we were building kind of imploded. But I want to rebuild. You’re…” Damn, I think I might cry. Thank the universe I have my own office for these uncomfortable emotional breakdowns. “You’re important to me, Cole. I don’t want to lose you because I’m scared I’ll lose you.” A beat of silence, then— “You’re off at nine, right?” “Yeah.” “Does your mom like flowers?” “Cole, you don’t—” “Can I kiss you when I see you?” My face explodes with heat. Oh hell, my entire body does. I’ve missed this man. Which is why I can’t help teasing him. “Only if you’ve brushed your
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