We were dried and dressed before Zack told me the reason he had gotten out of bed was that Josie had called to say she would be released from the hospital later that day. While part of me was absolutely thrilled Josie was well enough to go home, I also felt a little sad. If Josie was better, I couldn’t prolong my trip much more. I would spend some time with her, have a proper visit, but I’d have to go back home in the next couple of days.
I knew it was coming, but it still hurt. I didn’t want to leave Zack. The thought was like a physical pain. I connected better with him than I had any of my previous lovers. On all levels—not just in bed. Even though I knew it was a mistake to sleep with him, I couldn’t bring myself to regret it. It had been amazing, and I didn’t want to lose it. But I l
