Chapter 18

  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.

  .

  "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.