on, you know me. I’ve heard it all already, princess.” She lowered her eyes, and when she lifted them again, she looked as if she was bracing herself for something that would hurt. “I love you, Jason.” I stared at her, the words slowly sinking in. Her eyes were so sincere, and she reached over, grasping my hand. She traced her finger over my rings, nervously, and swallowed hard before she said, “I love you so much.” To my alarm, it actually made my eyes sting. Holy shit. She loved me. I laughed softly, a chuckle that became something more. It wasn’t enough to hold her; I wished I could pull
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