“I like you, Brock, and I know you’d never judge me, but I also feel as though I don’t want to taint the image you have of me.” I take her hand in mine and bring her knuckles to my lips, where I place a soft kiss. “Babe, I saw you at your worst, when you were strutting around like a maniac, machete in hand, and with a prominently displayed hole in your bra. I doubt anything you tell me at this point will taint you.” She chuckles. “You said you liked the hole.” “Still do.” I wink and go back to my chili. “But you take your time. Remember, you’re worth the wait.” “I hope you’re not wasting your
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