DAMIEN
Ella didn't fall asleep for a long time. When I finally heard a soft snore coming from her, I sat up slowly, getting out of bed. Bubble was sleeping near her feet, curled up. I left them in peace, closing the door quietly. It wasn't even that late, only nine o'clock. Rubbing my hand over my face, I grabbed a beer from the fridge and went to the living room, sitting on the couch.
I wanted to kick myself. As if Ella didn't have enough to deal with, I'd almost told her I loved her. I did, but that wasn't the point. It was Megan in my head. I replayed our conversation in my mind.
"Okay Damien, explain why you won't date my best friend." Megan said, putting her hands on her hips.
"Jesus Megan. It's not that I don't want to. It's not allowed."
"Ella doesn't have a problem with it
