"So, what are you saying?"
"I'm saying it's over, Diamond. We've had our fun and now it's time to quit and go our separate ways."
"No!"
"Sorry, sweetheart."
"Don't say that. You can't just let my dad bully you like that. He's not the boss of me!"
"I disagree, Diamond. Listen, I love you but I think your dad loves you more and he's only looking out for you. I'd do the same for my daughter."
"Wait. Jake, did you just say you love me?"
"Yes, Sweetpea," he admitted, smiling. "That's what I said and I mean it from the bottom of my heart."
He heard her gasp and then she began to sniffle. "Oh, Jake. I thought I was crazy for thinking that I'm falling in love with you. I didn't know you felt the same way too."
"Now you know, honey, and we can't keep it going. I'm sorry
