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“You do?”
She nodded. “Of course. I remember what she was like as a kid, too. I also just saw the woman that she grew up into. I can see how it was unintended and also why you gave in to temptation.”
I sat back into my seat. “That’s about it, yeah.”
“Want my advice?”
“Please.”
“You need to decide if you want her or not. If you want her, go for it. Straight up. No bullshit, no excuses, no what-ifs. Including what Cooper might think. He doesn’t own either of you. If you don’t want her, then stop. Make Camilla understand it is never happening and stop torturing her. Make sure it is clear. The last thing she needs right now is mixed signals.”
I smiled at my cousin. “How did you get to be so smart?”
“Genetics and experience,” Shae said casually.
We talked a while longer, and Shae had a few more beers. Actually getting to the point of tipsy.
“You want the couch?” I asked.
“No, thanks. I’ve got a hotel until my apartment is ready. It’s in a casino, so I got an outstanding deal. Good thing, I don’t actually gamble. I might come down to the office tomorrow to see Camilla properly. Especially so, she knows that I’m not your girlfriend.”
“That would be really helpful, thanks.”
“Your welcome.” I gave her a fist bump.
“Though I would suggest bringing Ellis’s signed NFL helmet if you’ve still got it,” I told her, referring to her horrid ex and his main obsession. Shae might need the helmet to protect herself from Camilla’s rage.
My cousin laughed brightly. “I pawned it the day after we got divorced, only got like twenty bucks.”
We were both still laughing as she left for her uber and shut the door.
