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Colton took me to the room, it was big, it had a balcony and two huge sliding doors as well, they were made of glass and you could see the sea. It was an impressive view. Too much.

-This house is beautiful, Colton, how did you choose it?

There was a big bed in the middle, a TV stuck on the wall, music players. There were two large closets, a door leading to the bathroom. Flower tables and a small desk. The suitcases had been left downstairs.

-I was looking at several until I came to this one. I knew you'd like it. I say that because of the ocean view, because of how few neighbors we have. You have your own place. There won't be anyone to bother us here.

I moved closer to him, curling my arms behind his neck. I felt special, the way Colton treated me was unique, it felt too real. It happens that when you feel like someone doesn't love you, you feel it deep inside, but when someone loves you you feel it too. It's no longer just about the things they say to you, words are redundant; now