I Hate You, Fuller James by Kelly Anne Blount

Author:Kelly Anne Blount
Language: eng
Format: epub
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Publisher: Entangled Publishing, LLC (Crush)
Published: 2020-02-05T16:00:00+00:00

Chapter Twelve

Fuller

Moonlight streamed through the large leaves on the oak tree next to Wren’s driveway. As I put my car in park, I stole a glance at her in the passenger’s seat. She’d slid her shoes off and tucked her long legs underneath her chin. She pressed a balled-up tissue under her eyes, which were puffy from crying. Fighting the urge to reach out and pull her into my arms, I folded my hands in my lap. “You were really brave tonight, Wren.”

She exhaled slowly, hugging her legs. “Seeing him in that hospital bed…” Her voice quavered. “He looked so fragile.”

“Hudson was admitted last year after breaking his arm and his collarbone.” I tried to control the emotion in my own voice. “My little brother is tough and he’s been through more than most kids his age, but seeing him in a hospital bed was the absolute worst.” My throat constricted as I recalled one of the many traumatic events he’d been through in his short life. “He didn’t belong in those sterile rooms, wrapped up in the thin white sheets and scratchy blankets.” Tears stung the corners of my eyes.

“Poor Hudson.” Wren shook her head.

“The good thing is, he got better, and so will your grandfather.” I gave her a sad smile. “You just have to stay strong.”

“Yeah…” Wren looked down at her shoes.

We sat there in silence for several minutes. It was comfortable, unlike when Marissa and I were in her convertible. When we weren’t making out, she would blab on about herself for hours on end. Why had I wasted so much time with someone so shallow? Because she looked good in those ridiculous shoes she teetered around in at school?

A stinging realization settled in my core. Sure, she was shallow, but was I any better?

Being with Wren felt natural, not forced. I could be real with her and she wouldn’t rag on me for my insecurities. Our conversations were open, and they actually meant something. Most importantly, when I was with her, I wasn’t just a dumb jock with a six-pack or Fuller, “Captain of the State Champions.”

For the first time in years, I felt like I could shed the cocky exterior and just relax.

“Fuller, I know you’ve got a lot of homework, but is there any chance you’d come in and hang out until my dad gets back? I really don’t want to be alone right now.” Wren hugged her legs to her chest even tighter.

“Of course.” I’d secretly been hoping she’d want me to keep her company for a little bit longer. “And don’t worry about the homework. I can finish that up in the morning.”

She sniffled and gave a thankful nod.

Part of me wanted to take her into my arms and kiss her. Like you’d see in the movies. A grand romantic gesture, literally sweeping her off her feet. But I knew better. Emotions were high right now, and Wren needed a friend.

Plus, if I was serious about something happening, I needed to tell Marc the bet was off and confess to Wren.

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