“Uh, yeah. Is that a crime?” he answers and looks at me like I’m nuts for asking the question.
“To some it is,” I respond, but I take his hand, letting him lead us out of his dorm. He doesn’t let go of my hand until he opens the passenger door of his matte black sports car that resembles the Batmobile.
“Do you have a thing for Batman?” I ask as I get into the car. He bends down into my space, and I hold my breath.
“It’s more of a relationship than it is a thing, Petal. Don’t mess with Batman. Gotham needs him,” he says in the most serious tone, which makes me burst out laughing.
“Women,” he huffs, petting the roof of the car, then he shuts the door and rounds the hood to climb in. “Alright, Toots, let me and Bruce take you on the ride of your life. Buckle up for safety,” he jokes, and I put my seatbelt on and giggle. He starts Bruce up, puts him in reverse, and peels out of the parking lot. Once we hit the gates, he gives the guard a two-finger salute, makes a right, and takes off. A girl could really get used to this. But the bitch in my head reminds me that good things never last.
twelve
Kade Langley
Tutoring
It’s been a few days since we scared Rowyn in the woods, and I’ve been itching to annoy her, so what better time than during a tutor session?
Opening the library doors, I look around but don’t see her, so I make my way to the back and spot her, smiling at her phone.Who has my little Shadow Mouse so happy?
Walking over to her, I slam my bag onto the wooden desk, and she jumps.Excellent.She places her phone face down and looks up at me, but doesn’t say a word. “Hey, Kade, I’m so excited to work with you on your studies. I’m just overwhelmed with joy to share this space with you for two hours tonight. How was your day, sweetheart?” I chastise, and her eyes turn into slits, making me laugh.
“Funny, let’s get to work. What do you need help with?” she asks, and I tilt my head, looking at her.
“Who were you on the phone with?” I ask, and her eyes widen.
“None of your business. Now answer my question so we can get this over with,” she says in a tone I don’t particularly like.
“Let’s try this again, except I want you to respond without the stick up your ass. Unless you’re into that. Then I’d like to watch.” I grin, and she gives me a look of disgust, then fidgets in her seat.
“I don’t have time for this, Kade. Are we going to work or are you going to spend the next two hours making fun of me?” she huffs, and I laugh.
“Correction. You do have time for this. You’re being paid to be here. So I’ll do what I want with my allotted two hours and there isn’t a goddamn thing you can do about it!” I grit, and her eyes widen.
“I can go to the admins and tell them you aren’t doing shit with me, and I’ll have you removed off my roster,” she threatens as a sly smirk lifts at the crease of her top lip, and a sinister smile spreads across my face.Oh, she's feisty tonight.I lean in, licking my lips.
“I fucking dare you, Shadow Mouse. But let me save you some time. They won’t believe you. Remember who runs this place. Your word over mine will get you nowhere,” I spit, leaning back in mychair and unzipping my backpack, taking out my sketch pad.
“I’m really getting sick of you and your friends always telling me, 'I dare you.' It’s really fucking annoying,” she snarks, and I laugh.I love her fire but if she keeps it up all it will do is get her burned.
“What’s wrong, Rowyn, are your panties wadded?” I ask, and she rolls her eyes and huffs.
“My panties are none of your business,” she fires back.
“Hmm. That's where you're wrong. I bet if I slide my fingers into your leggings, I’d find you soaked. You like it when I’m mean to you. You get off on it. I’m surprised you’re not ordering me around yet.” I laugh, and she doesn’t say anything. Instead, she reaches into her bag, slides earbuds into her ears, and flips me the bird.Jesus, this girl has grown balls overnight.
Opening my pad, I start working on a new sketch, ignoring her, which is hard to do when she keeps looking at me and fidgeting in her fucking seat. Her phone vibrates, but she ignores it. I continue to draw, yet it vibrates again. This time, I pick it up.
“Let’s see who is interrupting my time with you, shall we,” I taunt, and her eyes widen.
“Kade, give it back,” she demands as I light up the screen, seeing she has two missed text messages from Elliot.Elliot. Elliot. Elliot.
Gritting my teeth, I swipe it open, but it’s password-protected.Fucking hell.My eyes snap to hers as she rises from her seat and rounds the table. I push my chair out and face her. “I’m asking nicely for you to give me back my phone, please,” she says, but I hold it up in the air behind me.
“Come take it from me,” I tell her with a wink, and she places her hands on her hips.
“Kade, please,” she begs, making me grin, so I lick my lips and look up at her.
“Anyone ever tell you, you look so hot when you beg. So much prettier than usual,” I taunt, then take her in. She huffs as my eyes scan up her body. Tight black leggings and a dark gray hoodie that covers all her curves. Her hair is up in a bun, messy as hell. I’d love to run my fingers through it, making it messier. Her face has no sign of makeup except for a fading bruise.The fuck?I immediately stand, which causes her to take a step back.
