Lily POV
I had just finished changing into pajamas when someone knocked softly on my door.
Three measured taps. Not Mr. Bennett. Too hesitant.
I opened it.
Dally stood in the hallway, one hand shoved awkwardly into his pocket.
"Oh. Hi."
He rubbed the back of his neck. "I ain't interrupting anything, am I?"
"No."
"You sure?"
I nodded. He looked relieved enough to step inside. For a moment, neither of us spoke. He wandered toward the window while I sat on the edge of the bed.
"I just..." He shrugged. "I wanted to say something."
I waited. He glanced down at the floor.
"I respected what you did tonight."
My eyebrows lifted. "I didn't do anything particularly remarkable."
"Yeah, you did." He shook his head. "You was the only one willing to do both. Reveal a secret. And admit your
