“Of course. Having you here has been amazing, actually.” “Really?” She throws me a look that’s laced with surprise. “You’re not just saying that so things don’t get awkward between us?” In an act of impulsiveness, I grab her hand and squeeze it. “Elle, I mean every word. My days have been a lot brighter since you arrived. From the moment I laid eyes on you at the airport, I knew I wanted to get to know you better.”
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