“I’ve had feelings for Reed… for a really long time. Like, since we were kids.” Emery’s jaw drops. She sputters, “You have?” I nod. “I didn’t want our friendship to end because of how I felt. And I just didn’t ever think I’d even be on Reed’s radar. He doesn’t even know how I feel. I’ve never told anyone, until you right now.” “You have to tell him! God, Holl, this is like one of those freaking romance novels you’re constantly reading.”