“I promise things are over with Eli,” I say softly to him. “I wouldn’t dream of cheating on you. Or anyone.” He swallows hard, his expression momentarily raw before he smooths it over again. “’Kay. You’re sure? ’Cause… Well, I really like you a lot, Aubrey. Even if it hasn’t been that long. If…if it doesn’t work out between us for whatever reason, please be upfront with me.”
