“Henry, it’s obvious. D’you two think nobody’s noticed the way you’re looking at each other?”
I just smile.
“God, he’s in love,” says Sinclair with a sigh.
Fortunately, he doesn’t have the chance to ask any tricky questions. Ms.Barnett shuts the door and hands out the test papers. Somehow, there’s still quite a lot of information in my head, and I hand mine in before anyone else.
As I wait outside for Sinclair, I look at my phone and see a message from Maeve.
M:Sorry! I’ve only just got Wi-Fi again. Everything OK?
H:Yes, how’s it going?
She’s online and starts typing back right away. My intention of not dumping my love troubles on her failed a few days ago when she sent me a couple of memes and asked how I was doing. I dropped a few hints and asked her if she’d have time for a chat, but Maeve wouldn’t be Maeve if she hadn’t immediately figured out that something was up.
M:Yeah, fine, all good. Why’s it so hot in Kenya?
H:Dunno, I always forget that part too. Say hi to Mum and Dad
M:Will do, and hi back! Henry, what did you want to talk about?
H:Nothing urgent
M:Grace?
I type on because it’s no use trying to hide anything from Maeve.
H:We split up.
M:Oh, no :( Have some big-sister hearts... Sorry I didn’t answer. Want to speak now?? I could call you in 5minutes but not for long, sorry, got to head back to the hospital in a bit.
H:No, it’s all good! Honest, I’m fine.
M:Are you sure?
H:Emma and I kissed
M:I see... Want to Skype at the weekend? You have to tell me everything.
H:Sure
M:Unless you’re in Loveland with Emma. In which case, don’t let me disturb you
H:Ha ha
M:I want to meet her, got that?
H:As soon as you’re back. She’s coming on the open day
M:Perfect. Are you happy, Henny?
I have to smile.
H:Yeah, pretty much
M:Excellent. I have to go
H:Take care
