“I just have to accept that I’ve fallen for you quite a bit.”
Once the words are out, they aren't so easy to take back. You didn't even really mean to say them, they didn't take shape in your head before they rolled off your tongue, and now they're here. How will you react?
- Cautious acceptance. You are not quite ready for another love, but sometimes you have to take what life offers if you don't want to lose it. Turn to page 55: New beginnings.
- Almost immediate regret followed by months and months of denial interrupted by jealousy and bouts of passionate enthusiasm. You are gambling with happiness, but doesn't that make it more exciting? Turn to page 87: "Maybe that means that you can handle me."
- Feelings change. Avoid seeing your partner for an extended period of time, focus on other things, and write someone else when you're feeling itchy for a Friday night fuck. You're too young to settle down, and she will heal in time. [Game over]