“I’m sorry,” I said. “This was supposed to be a big romantic gesture, but it turned into a demonstration of public humiliation.” “Oh my God.” She wrapped one arm around her middle, bringing the other hand to her mouth. “But I guess I’m too far in to turn back now, and you know what?” I shook my head. “I don’t want to.” “Because he loves you,” Luna said from behind me. “Daddy, you have to say that part again, because she didn’t hear you.” “Because I love you,” I repeated, looking her right in the eye. “I know I’m too old for you, and you could have anyone you wanted—someone with a bigger bank
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