Dangerous Truths (Dark Confessions Book 1) by Kris Butler

Author:Kris Butler [Butler, Kris]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2021-08-26T16:00:00+00:00

Before I could read the next one, Jude exited the room, shutting the door behind him. I put my phone in my purse, not wanting to be rude in his company. He smiled shyly, and I realized he was waiting on me to lead the way.

"So, I'm new to this whole mentor thing."

"Oh, well, me too." He shrugged one shoulder in response.

"Really? You've not had one before?"

"No, people usually pick younger kids."

"Ah, I see. Well, then I'm glad we can figure this out together. Team no-clue?"

"Team no-clue." Jude smiled, and I felt like I'd done something good today by getting him to do it. The seed planted earlier to be better began to lengthen its roots, spreading more into the darkness and pushing it out.

"What kind of food do you like?"

"Oh, you don't have to. I'm good."

"Well, first rule. When we're together, I get to pay for things, but no hidden strings or return favors are expected."

Jude watched me, trying to figure out if I was sincere. I could understand his fear and knew it would be a battle to get him to accept this, but I hoped he would.

"How about I promise not to go too crazy, but once a month we do something fun and decide that together? If you don't like the terms, we can renegotiate at the end of the month, but I would like the opportunity to show you first that I'm different."

"I think I can accept it," he finally said, a smile in his voice.

"Perfect. Well, it's cold out, but I'm craving some street food. How about we head over to this area I know with several street vendors, and we try it?"

"Yeah, that sounds good to me. I don't mind the cold."

We set out in the direction of the plaza, taking in the area as we went. "So, Jude. You like photography. What else do you enjoy?"

"Oh, well, that's my main thing. I guess I enjoy reading and music. School's okay." He shrugged.

"That's cool. I like those things too. You'll have to show me some of your books sometime. I could let you borrow some too, if you wanted."

"Really? That would be awesome. I'd take good care of them, I promise."

"Absolutely. Books should be shared and enjoyed," I enthused, excited about this common interest. Turning the corner, we came upon the food vendors. "Ah, here we are! What would you like to try? I'm thinking a hot dog and a giant pretzel!"

"Oh, sure, same. I've never had any of this," Jude stated sheepishly.

"Well, have no fear. I will be your guide today, and we shall try it all! Come on, I'll need your hands," I laughed.

We scampered around the vendors, getting a little of everything, and made our way to a table. We deposited our food items as we took it all in. We had BBQ chicken, hot dogs, pretzels, nachos, and some pepper jack breaded cheese cubes. It all looked delicious, and I didn't know which I wanted to dig into first.

"What do you want to try?" I offered as I saw him eyeing it all.

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