Testimony of the Blessed (Emissary of the Devil Book 2) by K.G. Reuss

Author:K.G. Reuss [Reuss, K.G.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2018-06-11T18:30:00+00:00

Chapter 40

I laughed so hard as Brax and I crocheted at Bonnie’s the following night. It was the most fun I’d had in a long time. He seemed looser, more open. A smile seemed to be etched on his face, which warmed my heart, making me want to do anything to keep him happy. He was so much more beautiful when he smiled. His blue eyes would light up, the darkness fading away from him. From the corner of my eye, I appraised him. He looked so free and relaxed. It was a good look on him.

“I had fun today,” I proclaimed from the front seat of Brax’s car. I felt like it was important for him to know. Maybe it would keep the grin on his face just a little longer.

“Actually, I did too,” he admitted. “I don’t think I’ve ever had that much fun. Ever.”

“Ever?” I pressed, raising an eyebrow at him.

“Ever,” he repeated.

“Then I’m glad I got to share it with you,” I answered, my heart filled with joy at his happiness.

“Me too.” He cast me a shy smile before clearing his throat. “We should probably get to work finding bands for the carnival. We don’t want all the good talent to be booked up. I figured hitting the clubs and checking out some of the local talent might be a good way to start. You want to come with me?”

“Yeah,” I practically shouted, excited about the prospect. I’d never seen live bands, aside from church-related events. I’d always wondered what sort of energy buzzed around those places. “I’d love to!”

“Awesome. We can go after the game tomorrow night—”

“No, we can’t, silly. We have the Homecoming dance after the game.” I giggled.

“Shit, I’d completely forgotten.” He slapped his forehead with his palm in annoyance. “I guess we can go next weekend or in a couple of weeks.”

“Jess would be thrilled to know you’ve forgotten all about the night she’s been dreaming about for weeks.” I laughed at him, watching as he continued to grimace. I knew I shouldn’t have felt good about his apparent dislike of the idea of an evening with her, but I’d be a liar if I said it didn’t make me a little happy. And I hated that about myself.

“Please keep that between us. I can’t handle any more gushing or nagging.”

“I thought you liked Jess.” I cleared my throat, hoping I didn’t sound like I was prying but really wanting an answer.

“She’s OK. I mean, she’s a nice girl and a way to pass the time. But she isn’t really my type,” he replied.

“Oh… Well, then why didn’t you ask someone else to go with you?” I nervously twisted my hands in my lap, waiting for him to answer.

“Because the girl I wanted to take wasn’t available,” his voice was barely above a whisper. His honesty made my heart thump hard in my chest.

“I guess that would pose a problem then,” I replied gently.

“Story of my life.” His laugh was bitter. I almost asked him about Corbin and the girl he spoke of.

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