But it was too late now. A lifetime too late. A million wishes too late.

“She let a teasing tone enter her voice. 'Is there any emergency for which you a…”

“Because letting someone in close meant they could hurt you. I knew all about th…”

“I like holding it at the base.” It’s too long for you,” he insisted, “which is …”

“Have you ever wanted something so much that you would do anything to have it - …”