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The Future Conversation

Author: Rejoice Ezeh
last update Last Updated: 2025-11-22 11:56:00

Emma's POV

After we closed Alex's door, Jake and I stood in the hallway.

Neither of us speaking.

Marriage.

The word hung between us like something fragile.

"We should talk," I finally said.

"Yeah."

We went to the living room. Sat on opposite ends of the couch.

Too much space between us suddenly.

"So," Jake started.

"So."

"Alex asked a big question."

"He did."

More silence.

"Emma, I don't want to pressure you," Jake said. "We said we'd take it slow. I meant that."

"But?"

"But I need you to know something. I see forever with you. Not someday. Not maybe. I see it. Clear as day."

My heart started racing.

"Jake—"

"You don't have to say it back. I'm just being honest. After everything. After eight years apart. After finding you again. After building this family. I know what I want."

"I see it too," I whispered.

He looked up. "You do?"

"Yes. But I'm scared. What if we're moving too fast? What if this is just trauma bonding? What if—"

"Emma, I loved you eight years ago.
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