So merciless

"Ahhh, well I feel the same about him." I hesitated before bringing up her mum, but figured I should. "I don't think your mum was too impressed with me today, though. Sorry about that. I thought it best to introduce myself and tell her what I was doing in your life I probably could have said it more tactfully. though."

She shook her head. "It's okay. She actually said she's glad you're watching out for me, and that you sounded determined to make sure nothing happens..."

I caught the falter in her voice and wanted nothing more than to reassure her, but I waited for her to finish. "She thinks you're obsessed with me, though." Brynne toyed with her chicken. I shrugged. "I didn't hold back with her, it's true. I told your mum how I feel about you."

She smiled at me. "She told me that too. Pretty brave of you, Ethan." "Telling the truth is not brave, it's expected." I shook my head. "It's important to me that your parents know I'm not just providing security for their daughter." I reached