Josh grins. "Just give me your hand.""W-what?""Your hand," he repeats. "Give it to me."I extend my shaking right hand. And-in a moment that is a hundred dreams come true-Joshua Wasserstein laces his fingers through mine. A staggering shock of energy shoots straight into my veins. Straight into my heart."There," he says. "I've been waiting a long time to do that."Not nearly as long as I've been waiting.
Josh smiles warmly and asks for the narrator's hand, which she nervously provides despite her surprise. He repeats his request, gently reaching for her hand, and when their fingers finally intertwine, she experiences an intense rush of energy and emotion, feeling as if her dreams are coming true. His simple gesture holds deep meaning, marking a special, long-awaited moment for both of them.
Josh admits he's been waiting a long time to do this, creating a heartfelt and meaningful connection. For the narrator, this moment surpasses her own expectations, symbolizing their emotional bond and the culmination of shared feelings. It’s a tender, significant instance that signifies the start of something special between them.
