And They Were Roommates(86)
“It was for a good reason! I told her everything I’ve been hiding.”
“Oh?”
“Yeah. She’s looking into updating the guidelines package to help me.”
Jasper’s gaze softens. “I’m happy for you, Charlie. Truly. I have a feeling there’s a new, wonderful journey ahead of you.”
I laugh, but I still roll my eyes. “No more poetry today. I’m poetry-ed out.”
A laugh leaves Jasper, too, his lopsided dimple popping again. He sits back up and squeezes my hand, then kisses me again. “So, no longer roommates.”
“No.” I scoot closer, laying my head on Jasper’s shoulder. “Something much better.”
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