Before Josh could say goodbye, I took his hand and led him towards my apartment building.

Josh didn't speak, didn't utter a single word, much less a question. I didn't speak, either. I felt as if I should offer some sort of explanation, but I had none.

Going up to the second floor, we passed my neighbor Juan. He seemed mildly surprised--which, for all the emotion I'd ever seen him show, was bizarre--but he just kept going down the stairs.

I fumbled with the keys to my apartment, and despite having to unlock the door with one hand, I managed it, leading Josh inside.

"Tyler...?" His voice wasn't anxious or worried, as I'd feared, only confused.

I tried to put what I was feeling into words. I really cared about Josh. Nobody had ever treated me so well, like I was something precious. Josh protected me, he made sure I was okay and he did nice things for me. Not to mention, he was adorable.

I really cared about Josh, maybe even loved him, but it felt too soon to say it. I didn't want to scare him away. "I just don't want to lose you yet."

Josh gave me a sweet smile, then leaned in. He gave me a gentle kiss. "Then you won't."

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