" If you’re used to people using you as an object to fuck, it’s scary to think the person you love might start viewing you the same way.” His voice got lower with each word, and he looked down at his plate. “That’s how it was with me about Aiden when we first . . . hooked up.” “But he didn’t,” I said quietly. “He loves you so much.” A "

― Santino Hassell , Concourse (Five Boroughs, #5)