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He means more to me than anything else in the world. I’ve only ever cared about taking care of my brother and helping my friend. I never thought I would fall so completely for someone that I’d throw my plans out the window.

The moment I met him, I knew he was dangerous to my plans, my future, my heart. These past seven months with him have been life-changing. He’s opened me up and showed me what true love is. Love that is given freely, not earned.

I just hope I haven’t lost him. I’m not sure how I’ll go on without him.

Chapter thirty-two

Mason & Emery

Text Chain

July 4

Emery: I’m sorry. Please let me explain.

Emery: Pick up, please.

Emery: We need to talk.

July 5

Emery: Talk to me … please. I’m sorry.

Emery: Call me back.

July 6

Emery: I’m sorry.

Emery: It’s not what you think. Iswear. Call me.

July 8

Emery: I know I hurt you, but please talk to me. Let me explain everything.

July 9

Emery: I’m not going to give up. I’ll keep texting.

Emery: I miss you.

July 10

Emery: Why won’t you talk to me?

Emery: I’m sorry. Please let me explain.

July 11

Emery: I was never with him. Only you. I promise.

Emery: It will only ever be you, Mason.

Emery: I miss you.

July 15

Emery: Please pick up your phone. Talk to me. Don’t cut me out.Let me explain.