Because I gave them your name.
Me
My name? For what?
Harrison
In case you ever needed to come by. Or drop something off. Or if you ever just…needed me.
I don’t breathe for a second.
Me
Oh.
Harrison
I know I’m on the road a lot. I know it’s…complicated. But I don’t want you or Connor to ever feel like you can’t reach me. Or like there’s a door you’re not allowed to walk through. You guys are always welcome.
My chest pulls tight.
Me
Harrison…I don’t know what to say.
Harrison
I should’ve asked, but I figured it was better to just make sure you never get stopped or questioned. They’ll let you up whenever. Day or night.
It’s the last part—theday or night—that knocks the air out of me.
I press a hand to my mouth, overwhelmed in a way I didn’t expect.
Me
That’s…really thoughtful.
Harrison
I’m not trying to freak you out, I promise. I just want you to be safe. And I want you to know you can show up. For anything. Or nothing. Anytime.
My heart is a mess of warmth and longing and the tiniest spike of fear that I’m going to fall too fast for his sincerity.
Me
Thank you, H.
Harrison
Yeah. Of course. I’d do anything for you guys.
Me
You’re too good to me. To us.
Harrison
Just trying to make up for all the years I wasn’t there. I care about you. Probably a lot more than I ever…wait, no. The truth is I’ve always cared about you. I don’t think I ever stopped.
