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I don’t say anything and keep my features blank, letting herknow she can continue if she’s comfortable to do so, or end it there.

“I…uh.” She pauses, looking down at her watch. “Should probably get going.”

I nod.

She’s holding back, and it’s understandable. I’m an outsider who doesn’t belong here.

Even though I just opened up parts of myself to her that I don’t allow others to see, I feel myself holding back, too. I don’t want to act quickly with her.

She’s different.

In a good way.

I know, deep down, I’m too reckless for her.

And the last person I want to be reckless with is Poppy.

CHAPTER 18

SOUL SISTERS

Poppy

Lily

We need to talk

Is everything okay?

And did you rename this group chat?

Lily

I felt it was right since we’re soul sisters and all.

Aww, Lil. That’s so cute.

Lily

I know, right? Okay. Listen, you’re not going to like this, but tomorrow night you’re coming out.

Blair

And you can’t say no.

Just remember how cute we are with this new chat name.

There’s awinter storm tonight.

Lily

It will be gone by tomorrow morning.

Blair

We’ve been watching the weather.

Lily

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