XXII. Jess
Jess’: It’s empty.
Jess: Nap time.
I crawled up the bed. He just looked at me, amused.
Jess: Stay. Just tonight.
Jess’: Here?
Jess: Yes. Here.
He scooted over. He was just centimeters away from my skin. I jerked at first but leaned closer.
Jess’: Is this okay?
Jess: Yes.
I’ve never been this close to a guy before.
Jess’: Because you’re gay.
Jess: Shut up.
I stared at her. Slowly she fell into sleep. I pulled her close to me. She wrapped her arms around me. I tried to sleep.
