She’s in a constant state of happiness at my side as she listens to the boys’ antics, and I swear, her smiles are something I’ll never take for granted. They need to be savored, especially since I know she’s hurting underneath it all. When she notices me staring, she winks and bites her lip, making me fight the urge to grab her face and kiss her in front of our closest friends. She’s not ready for that yet. As if understanding my thoughts, she places her hand on my thigh and bumps her shoulder into mine. Be patient, Dylan.
