CHAPTER 35: You make my head hurt...

Ricco

"Love? That was fast."

"I know, Daddy. I can't explain it myself. I have dated men for years and never been able to say that to them. I couldn't stop myself from saying it to Randol, though. It feels so right. He feels like home, if that makes any sense. Like, by his side is where I'm supposed to be. The thought of being without him makes physical pains shoot through my chest."

I thought I was prepared for this. Maybe not. She's happy, though, happier than I have ever seen her. "I'm happy for you. I really am. I can't lie, it hurts a little knowing that I will have to give you away soon, but if I have to I'm glad it's to Randol. I know, in my heart, he will cherish you. Not as much as me, of course, but as much as a man who isn't your father can."

"Hahah. Thank you, Daddy. Just so you know, though, no man will ever be able to take the special place you have in my heart."