“I remember,” I say. “I promise I’m not getting back together with him.” She gestures around at the restaurant like it’s the ultimate proof. “He can’t just weasel his way back into your life now,” she says. “Look at how far you’ve come! Look at all you’ve accomplished! If you let him back in, he’
Abby “Seeing anyone new?” I ask Leah, trying to take a bit of the attention off me. She turns and gives me a cheeky grin. “Always.” “Anyone of note?” Her smile grows. “Always.” I don’t think Leah’s ever been in a serious relationship, and I’m confident she never wants to. I’m more
“Maybe you guys just need to rekindle the romance,” Chloe says. I can’t help but think it’s a little early to need to ‘rekindle’ anything, but I don’t say so. “Yeah, take a night out to have some fun,” Leah adds with a wink. It doesn’t take a genius to get the message. If I want passion in my re
The kitchen doors swing open, and I pull my hand away from Karl’s. It’s Ethan. I don’t know why I feel like I’ve been caught doing something I shouldn’t. Ethan doesn’t seem to notice as he crosses the room and picks up the cup. “Thanks,” he says, his voice sounding groggy. “I really needed thi
Abby She just glares at me, then turns and slips back into the crowd. I watch her go until she reaches the bar, where her friends are waiting for her. “She doesn’t like me very much.” “Yeah, I got that.” He wraps his arms around me when a slower song starts up, and we sway together. “Don’t
Abby I get off at my stop and walk over to the restaurant. Just my luck. Karl is already standing outside with my daily coffee in hand. I take it from him, unable to meet his gaze. Partly from anger, partly from embarrassment. If he only knew what I dreamed of last night. Knowing him, he’d pr
“Penny for your thoughts?” Karl asks as he grabs another carrot. He really is taking forever. I mostly just have him here to keep him out of everyone else’s way. I shake my head. There’s no way I’m sharing any of my worries with him. There’s especially no way I’m telling him I couldn’t stop think
Abby “I can’t. I’m busy here. I’ve told you a million times that I’m going to help Abby as long as she needs me.” “Your pack needs you.” I bite my lip and force myself to breathe quietly. I need to be ready to dash away if they make a move toward the door. Hopefully, I hear them before it’