SEVENTY FIVE

ALEXA’S POV

Like yesterday, I got home just when Calan returned as well, but today was different because I didn’t offer him a stiff smile and run off. I stood there waiting for him, all the while trying my very best to not let my cheeks flame; seeing him suddenly reminded me of the happenings of yesterday’s evening. I stood there awkwardly shuffling from one foot to the other till he finally got to me.

“Hey”. He said as he leaned in and planted a light kiss on my head before draping his arms around me for a brief hug.

That was all it took to get me blushing bright red.

“Hi”. I responded quietly.

“You still have your hair up”. He said as he backed away and looked down at my face, he sounded impressed.

“Yes, I let it be ‘cause you wanted it this way”. I told him.

He smiled and his eyes lit up subtly.

“I’m proud of you. Come; let’s go inside, it’s rather chilly out here”. He said.

And I smiled and nodded.

He took my hand and led me into the house and I couldn’t help but feel my che