It Takes Time

"So many people have taken advantage of me! What makes you so different?!"
There was a moment of silence.
"I love you." My eyes widened. I was in complete shock.
"I love you and that's what makes me different. I love the way you look when you sleep. I love the way you spread your toes apart." I laughed. He smiled. " I could go on forever about all the things I love about you. I just love the thought of you. The thought of us. Together." He hugged me tighter than I've ever been hugged before. I never wanted to leave his strong embrace.