HE GAVE MY PLACE TO HIS MISTRESS. OUR SON GAVE ME THE COMPANY

”

“You knew I was going to kiss you.”

“I knew you were considering it.”

“I had spent three years considering it.”

“You were slow.”

“I was careful.”

“That is a flattering word for afraid.”

He gave a quiet laugh.

“Probably.”

I lowered my eyes.

The conservatory smelled of orchids and snow.

“I would have kissed you back,” I said.

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