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MAYA

I looked at the man that has stolen his way into my heart with a sigh. The fact that he had stopped himself from hitting me spoke volumes. Mike was still so in touch with his values, and somehow I knew we would never get to the point where he physically assault me. He is that great, and brave.

“I’m here because of you, Mike,” I said softly.

He scoffed as he rolled his eyes at me. He looked so cute acting like he didn’t care about what I was doing. I don’t know if I’m getting crazy, but I thought it was a perfect time for me, and I really liked it. I was breathing in the same space with him. Despite how he had kicked me out, he was still standing there, and not screaming to incite attention.

This made me feel better. Maybe, there was hope in our relationship. I don’t know, but I was willing to be hopeful in this situation. I was willing to put my guards down, and reach out to the man I have fallen in love with.

“Mike,” she said softly.

He turned around and glared at he