Sparks Fly: Blue Haven University series by JL Skye

Author:JL Skye [Skye, JL]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2023-11-12T16:00:00+00:00

A COUPLE DAYS later, I’m clearing tables at the scoop when the door swings open, letting in a blast of hot air. The low timbre of Conrad’s laughter makes me stiffen. Instinctually, I glance towards the counter and find Wren watching me. Rupert the Asshole is with him, along with half the football team. I quickly carry the dishes to the kitchen, wishing I could hide there for the rest of the shift.

Wren’s thankfully in the middle of serving him and his friends, so I move down the counter to greet the other customers that have just arrived. I’m in the process of creating a cookies and cream triple scoop masterpiece when Rupert opens his big mouth. What he says almost has me dropping the cone on the floor.

“Oh, Conrad–I forgot to tell you. My cousin came through with those tickets you wanted for the festival.”

Conrad clears his throat and I can’t help but look at him–and I immediately wish I hadn’t. Those piercing blue eyes are locked onto me “Thanks, man.”

I tear my gaze away to focus on the ice cream in my hand. It could have nothing to do with us. Harley said Ellie could get us tickets–this is just a coincidence.

“It was quite a feat, getting ten tickets. I’ve been thinking about that little favour you promised.”

My stomach drops. That is a lot. Why would Conrad need that many?

“We don’t have to talk about it now, Rupert.” Conrad’s tone leaves no room for discussion. “Whatever it is, I’m sure we can work it out.”

Rupert chuckles as he claps Conrad on the shoulder. “That’s what I like to hear, my man! Come past my party on Saturday and you can grab them.”

“Sure. Thanks.”

I pass the triple scoop cone over the counter to a little girl with pigtails. She grins up at me with a gap-toothed smile while her mother hands me some cash. I swallow down my nerves as I head toward the cash register where Wren is still serving Conrad and his mates.

“Hey Ivy,” Conrad says quietly.

“Conrad.” I keep my eyes down as I count out the change.

“Listen, can we talk when–”

“Sorry, I’m busy.” I close the register and head back down the counter, ignoring the ribbing Conrad is getting behind me. Thankfully there’s another customer waiting–something to keep me busy. I try to shrug off the weight of Conrad’s stare.

I let out a sigh of relief when they leave, and Wren approaches me. “Are you okay?”

“I’m fine.”

She laughs. “You’re totally not, but I admire you for trying to convince yourself of that.” She squeezes my shoulder. “You’ve got this.”

I give her a tight smile. “I don’t know about that, but thanks.” I finish serving my customer and head into the kitchen to make a start on the dishes. I thought ignoring Conrad would be easy, but it’s getting harder to do so each time. Am I making the right decision by staying away?

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