Trying So Hard (ON HOLD)
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  • Parts 9
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  • Reads 263
  • Votes 3
  • Parts 9
  • Time 40m
Ongoing, First published May 19, 2012
"As we started to sit up I loosened my grip around his shoulders. And tightened it around his legs.
He backed up a bit, "are you sure you're actually ready for this?" he said under heavy breath, still holding me in his firm grasp. 
"y-yes," I muttered timidly as my lips dove towards his again.
He wouldn't accept my kiss, "are you sure?" he asked again.
 looked at him with honest eyes and rested my head on his shoulders..."
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