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Leanna Avery My heart slams against my rib cage. “I don’t want to lead him on,” I say out loud to my reflection. I don’t want to give him the idea that I want to resume our relationship. I’ve been fine on my own. I don’t mind having him in Finn’s life, but I want to be selfish for once. I don’t want to give up my own life again. But wouldn’t Finn benefit from having his parents together? Am I being too selfish by wanting to prioritize my own happiness? The way my heart aches makes me think I am. I run my fingers through my wet hair. I can’t be impulsive here. There’s a lot at stake. After pulling on my bathrobe, I rub a towel over my hair as I walk out of the bathroom. Too much has happened tonight. I’ll check on Finn to make sure he’s okay and then head to bed. Some sleep will be go
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