(Skylar’s POV)
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My heart raced as I wrapped my arms around Layla, pulling her closer to allow her to cry on my shoulder. It wasn’t how I had imagined it to be. I did not expect the simple hug to be enough to make my pulse quicken.
For years, I had watched her from a distance, secretly adoring her and longed to have moments where she would come to me for comfort. But it had always been too complicated for me to act on my feelings. She was the sister of my best friend, Liam.
And Liam knew I was a jerk with women.
Now, as I held her close to me, the scent of her hair filled my senses. I was overwhelmed by the depth of my desire for her. I wanted so badly to kiss her pink lips, to finally show her how I felt about her, but I knew it was not at the best time or moment.
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