Last Bell (Glen Springs Book 2) by Alison Hendricks

Author:Alison Hendricks [Hendricks, Alison]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Lovelight Press
Published: 2017-11-07T16:00:00+00:00

15

Jake

I've spent most of the last week trying not to think about David; trying not to think about that kiss.

During the school day, it's easy. I get caught up in teaching and talking to my kids or to other faculty members. I spend what precious spare moments I have preparing lesson plans and grading papers. I search out new assignments and test questions and add them to my little file to use next year.

I can stay focused from seven until about four, when I usually leave for the day. After that, all bets are off.

I think about him when I'm driving home. I think about him when I'm fixing myself a sandwich. I can't think of anything but him when I'm taking a shower or heading off to bed.

It's such a huge problem, and it's stressing me the hell out. So when I get a call from David late one night, after I've already moved over to the bed with my tablet, I almost don't pick up. I tell myself it's probably about Riley or the fundraiser. Definitely not about what happened last weekend.

I only half believe it, but it's enough to get me to swipe the Accept symbol.

"Hey." My voice catches on that one syllable and I clear my throat a little.

"Hey."

David doesn't sound like he's much better off. It's a bright red flag practically screaming at me to abandon ship and just end this call before it goes too far.

I can't do it, though, and the awkward silence just lingers.

“Well, this is off to a great start," David mutters, and I can't help but laugh.

My mood sobers though, as I realize him acting as nervous as I am means he probably called to talk about what happened between us.

"Is something going on with Riley or the fundraiser or…?" My tone is hopeful as I throw that Hail Mary and hope for a catch.

"No, no. Riley's good, and I think the fundraiser's about ready to launch. We just need to talk about a few more specifics."

Oh, thank God. That's what he wants to talk about. Numbers and statistics and whatever else will help us get this program funded.

"But that's, uh, that’s not why I'm calling."

My hope plummets and dread coils into a tight ball in the pit of my stomach. No, it wouldn't be that easy, would it? Best to head this off before it begins.

"Look, I owe you an apology, David. I'm sorry I haven't been able to give it until now, but…" I've been avoiding even thinking about you, thanks. "What I did was wrong. I took advantage, and I'm sorry. I'll understand if you don't want to—"

"Wait, hold on." I swear I can almost hear David's fingers as they massage his forehead. "In what universe did you take advantage of me? I'm the one who kissed you."

Heat fills my body, spreading outward from my core. Oh, I remember. I've tried so hard not to, but I remember that electric jolt when his lips met mine.

"I should've stopped it," I tell him.

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