Lucas
I was shocked when Emily asked to meet my mom, I wasn’t expecting her to say that ever and my silence must have stretched for too long, my expression must have betrayed the turmoil her question had ignited inside me. I saw the light in her eyes flicker and die, replaced by a wave of panic.
"Oh my God, I'm sorry," she said, her words tumbling out in a rush, "That was so stupid. Forget I said anything, that was completely out of line. I shouldn't be… I shouldn't be getting ahead of myself. It’s not my place. We don’t even really have a defined relationship, and here I am trying to insert myself into your family. I’m so sorry, Lucas, really. Just… pretend I didn’t say that."
"Emily. Hey! Stop," I said, my voice firm but gentle. I waited until her gaze met mine. "Breathe."
She took
