MIGUEL
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I stare at her as she tries to hide in embarrassment.
I know she feels something for me but she's doesn't want to admit it yet.
And I don't want to rush her. I'll wait till she's ready. she's just dealing with a lot of trust issues so I know it'll be difficult for her to commit herself to me or anyone else.
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"My pizza" Genie requests and I smile.
"Don't tell me you forgot. I even called to remind you" she pursed her lips and folds her hands across her chest.
"I didn't baby. here" I say handing over the pizza to her.
She grins as she carefully takes it from me.
"Thanks daddy I love you" she said kissing my cheeks as she runs off leaving me with her mother.
I clear my throat and she looks at me rubbing both palms together nervously.
"Thanks for taking care of Genie" she finally manage to say and I nod making the room awkward for both of us.