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Not right away.

Because we can’t.

Because if we do—

We break whatever this is.

And I don’t know if I want to.

His hand is still at my waist.

Firm.

Steady.

His chest still pressed to my back.

His breath still warm against my skin.

“This is—” I start quietly.

“A bad idea?” he finishes.

I almost smile.

“…you’re getting predictable.”

“Not really.”

I turn.

Slow.

Careful.

There’s barely space—

But somehow—

We manage.

Now I’m facing him.

And that?

That’s worse.

Jase

Yeah.

This is worse.

Much worse.

She’s right there.

Close enough that I don’t have to reach.