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I pause, contemplating her question. Where was the last place that felt like home? When was the last time that I was happy?
“I’m not sure. A lot of these beachside bases all seem the same.”
Her smile dims, and I try to think of something to say to bring it back.
“What do you do for a living?” I ask her.
“I’m a social media manager.”
“That sounds cool.”
“Yeah, I like it. I’m freelance, so I get to make my own schedule and set my own hours. Plus, I get to work from home, so I don’t have to mess with the traffic.”
I love how positive she always is. She’s always looking on the bright side.
A knock sounds on the door, and she stands to answer it.
“Here, let me pay for it,” I say, joining her at the door.
“Oh, it’s okay. It will be my welcome to the neighborhood gift to you,” she says with a sweet smile.
She passes me the pizza box and hands a twenty to the delivery driver.
“Thanks,” she tells him, and he nods as he heads off.
“We can eat in the kitchen,” she says, leading me to the back of the apartment.
“I like your apartment. It’s a lot more welcoming than my place.”
“Well, you just moved in. You have time to make it your own.”
We each grab a slice and sit down at her little kitchen table to eat.
“It’s good,” I say, and she nods.
“Best pizza place in Los Angeles!” She agrees.
We both dig in, and she moans slightly as she takes a bite. My cock hardens, and all I can think about is pushing her up against the nearest surface and kissing her.
She’s so sweet and optimistic, and I crave that. I want more of that in my life.
I clear my throat, trying to focus on my pizza instead of all of the things that I want to do to my sweet neighbor.
We make small talk as we eat. She tells me about some of her favorite places nearby and gives me tips on some good restaurants that are close by. I make note of the tips and debate asking her to join me for dinner soon.
Don’t get attached. I’m not putting down roots,I remind myself.
“Thanks for dinner. I should be getting out of your hair,” I say once we’re done eating.
We both stand, and she smiles as she walks me to the front door. I turn to say goodbye to her and freeze when I realize how close we are to each other.
My eyes drop to her lips, and I find myself leaning closer to her. Her eyelids flutter, and she licks her lips as her eyes drop to my mouth.
Her warm breath fans over my face, and I swallow hard. I can practically feel her lips under mine. I want to kiss her, know what she tastes like, and hear how she’ll respond to me. I want it more than anything I’ve ever wanted before.
Roots, I think.
I snap out of the trance and clear my throat as I back up.
