Because she loved him. Because she didn’t want to spend her life wishing she’d been brave enough to fight for what she wanted. Because he was sweet and sexy and tender and knew exactly how to push her buttons and drive her nuts, and because she needed him to keep her grounded. But how could she say all that?“Because…I love you,” she said simply. “I fought it, but I do. I want you, I need you. Please don’t go.” She used her dirty sleeve to wipe her face, but more tears trickled down her cheeks as she waited for him to respond.She could hear Lily and her father behind her, but she kept her gaze on Tyler, waiting for his reaction. Was she too late?His expression dark, tense, Tyler stepped closer. Without a word, he cradled her face in his hands and lowered his head, kissing her until her body warmed from the inside out and her toes curled in her soggy shoes.Behind them, Lily screamed in happiness. But then everything faded when the kiss went on and she didn’t care what anyone though
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