Chapter 14Rebecca was floored with how easy it all was. The podcast. The banter. And then, as she waited on the balcony, it was that much more perfect. Josie came. Her face was soft, her gestures like an animals. She was vulnerable. So was she. It was a perfect mirror, a way to kiss the broken parts of herself and then walk away healed.
From the kiss on the balcony, they moved into the bedroom. She clasped her hands on Josie’s neck, through the nape, and into her curly hair. She smelled like the ocean. She was sure they both did, and that they’d stay like this for at least three months afterwards. She was already thinking about that future when she felt Josie’s hands on her waist, the small of her back, pulling her closer. Rebecca let out a ragged breath. Yes, this was happening. Their ki
