Why didn’t he say that a few months ago?He could have cleared the air, explained what family drama was going on, and we could have progressed into a proper relationship.
But he didn’t choose to do that.
I’m about to ask him why when I see the missed calls on my phone.They’re from the office, which is unusual.I’ve been gone twenty minutes at the most.
I still need to buy lunch.
“I have to go.”I tuck my phone away.
“Dinner,” Jake says, turning as I take a few steps towards the sushi place.I no longer have time to get a sandwich.
Curious and lacking time to argue any more with him, I say, “Fine.Yes.”
I regret it almost immediately.
But if Jake isn’t cheating, and he’s been dealing with family issues, then the least I can do is hear him out.And that’s all I plan to do.
“I’ll pick you up at seven.”His dimples appear, and my body perks up as I take two more steps backwards, silently groaning.
No.
I’m pretty sure my ovaries just started preparing for the night ahead.
Nope.No way.The only thing happening tonight is eating—and not each other.
My phone rings once more, and I tug it out while still facing Jake.
“Hello,” I answer.As Amy starts talking, I freeze and feel myself pale.
Jake frowns.
“What?W-w-what do you mean?”I stutter.
“What’s going on?”Jake closes the distance.
“I’ll be right there.Oh, my god.”I hang up and start walking.“I’ll see you tonight.I’ve gotta go.”
I feel Jake’s eyes on my back as I start running back to the office.Our relationship, date and anything else will have to wait.
This is more important.
Louisa’s mom can’t find her.She’s disappeared.
