I am trying really hard not to use the word 'fabulous' right now.
Thank you for helping my sister, he says.I lean forward, mimicking his position. I’m happy to.Calliope leans out her window. STOP FLIRTING AND GET BACK TO WORK.
I pull back, gasping for breath. Reeling. His breath is ragged, and I place my hands on his cheeks to steady him. Is this okay? I whisper. Are you okay?His reply is anguished. Honest. I love you.
So why did he do it?Cricket rakes a hand through his hair. For the same reason everyone makes mistake. He fell in love.
So why did he do it?Cricket rakes a hand through his hair. For the same reason everyone makes mistakes. He fell in love.
But it's a person's imperfections that make them perfect for someone else.
Cricket tells a joke and turns to see if I'm laughing, if I think he's funny, and I want him to know that I do think he's funny, and I want him to know that I'm glad he's my friend, and I want him to...