As I realized what was happening, a "oh" formed at the corner of my lips. Our previous encounter, my desired dream. I mellowed out. You must be worn out, Carl. We need not—"
He smiled, but it was a sad one. You never put yourself first; you're constantly putting other people's needs before your own. Tonight is the last night for that. I know this is what Jessica wants, and I'm happy to oblige.
With a grimace on my face, I started to speak out and urge him to stop being so ridiculous. It was3 AM, yet he abruptly ended our conversation.
What if I tell you I absolutely need this?
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When he told me, I took a deep breath and suddenly realized what he meant. Earlier tonight, I thought I had contacted him for a similar reason. So that I can forget about the stressful and taxing day I've had when I'm with him? I tucked some hair behind my ear and pulled my hair back as I tried to focused.
The words came out shakily, "Yes, I have this aching that won't go away."