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“Oh I never said thank you” I nearly whispered

“I would love to hear that” he flashes a wicked grin

I laugh for a uess, thank you” I turn to face hi esture with my hands and attempt to mock an Italian accent

His laughter fills the car God, I love the sound

Sexy as sin

I could listen to that all day

“And thank you,” I continue, acare of Johnny and not letting them beat the shit out of him”

His laughter settles “Were you scared of them?”

“Not as much as I am of you”

He turns his face to ht now he looks soft and approachable

“That’s probably a good thing”

Was it a good thing?

Gio walks me to my door e arrive back in Providence It’s a weird tradition I’ve become accustomed to He’s quiet as we approach my apartment, both hands ja to prevent hi out to me

“I’m sorry” he finally speaks as my key turns in the door lock

“For what?” I ask, pausing, and angling my body to face his