Or so it felt, his touch making her believe in the fiction of them.

“His hands cup my face as if he’s claiming me, saying you’re mine with his lips …”

“He always cared for her. He always loved her. He’s madly in love with her. She’…”

“Forgive me for lying. Forgive me for breaking your heart.”

“Call me crazy, but I kind of like actually -- you know -- being attracted to th…”