In love?
 
 My reaction was to deny it, even though it struck a chord of truth within me. I had loved him for a long time, hadn’t I? I just hadn’t quite recognized it, or allowed myself to see it for what it truly was. Or how deep and real it was, and that it might be the kind of love I was looking for.
 
 Me
 
 He’s fine.
 
 Char
 
 No dishing, no credits.
 
 Me
 
 You’re mean.
 
 Char
 
 You’re holding back!
 
 Me
 
 Fine. He’s good, and tonight with him has been good.
 
 Char
 
 Good? That’s all?
 
 I smiled.
 
 Me
 
 Really good. Really, really good.
 
 Char
 
 You kissed?
 
 Me
 
 Yes.
 
 I bit my bottom lip, allowing my worries to surface so my best friend could help me through them.
 
 Me
 
 Kade is going to freak.
 
 Char
 
 His problem. Not yours. Can’t wait to hear all about H. Call me in the morning.
 
 Me
 
 I know it’s not his business…but…
 
 Char
 
 No buts!