Heart on the Line: Black River Bend 2 by Fern Fel

Author:Fern, Fel
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2020-06-14T16:00:00+00:00

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Kurt wished he could take back his words. He acted like a dick earlier and instantly regretted it. Kurt was tough on his fighters, on everyone but he’d forgotten what James had just been through.

Kurt’s head wasn’t in the game, because he’d been furious when he saw Seth earlier. He didn’t understand why Seth failed to see they were over. Seth didn’t give two shits about him. Seth just didn’t like the fact Kurt was the one who ended their fling.

“I don’t exercise at all,” James admitted. “I don’t have the time. I know that’s an excuse.”

“It is.” Kurt realized he couldn’t give James some slack. James came to him for help. James wanted to learn how to defend himself and Kurt would teach him the best way he knew how “You know the saying your body’s a temple? It’s true. You need to make some changes in your life.”

James paid attention to him closely, which was a refreshing change from other students who liked to argue with him.

“We’ll need to warm up. Let’s do some laps around the gym,” Kurt suggested.

“Running?” James made a face.

After five quick rounds, James was out of breath but he didn’t give up or whine once. He kept going and Kurt approved of his attitude.

“I’ll do better next time,” James said, panting. They drank some water. Kurt let him recover his breath, before leading him to the quieter part of the gym. He made sure no one would use this area.

“I’ll teach you two self-defense maneuvers,” Kurt said. “But anytime your shoulder’s hurting, we’ll stop for a break. Understood?”

James nodded.

After two hours, Kurt called it quits. James collapsed on the practice mat, looking exhausted.

“Don’t worry, with practice, it becomes easier,” he told James.

“I can still go on,” James told him.

He shook his head and gave James a stern expression. Kurt crossed his arms over his chest. “It’s bad to overwork your body. Give it time to recover.”

James looked like he was about to argue, but then he took a deep breath and asked, “How did I do? Am I the most horrible student you’ve come across?”

He shook his head, smiling. Unlike the other fighters in his gym, James didn’t come here to become a boxer. He only wanted to learn self-defense. Kurt made a mental note to adjust the program he prepared for James.

“You did well. Give yourself a break. It’s your first time.” Kurt meant every word.

“It’s almost lunchtime,” James said as they headed for the locker rooms for a quick shower. “Um. Would you like to come over my place? I’d like to cook you lunch. I’d like to make it up to you for being late earlier.”

That offer took Kurt aback for a few seconds. Kurt couldn’t recall the last time anyone cooked him lunch. James looked adorable at that moment, nibbling on his bottom lip and anxiously looking at him. It was as if James was expecting his rejection or something.

“Lunch would be great,” he said, beaming.

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