Saving Zane by Kaci Rose

Author:Kaci Rose [Kaci Rose]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Five Little Roses publishing
Published: 2024-05-02T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter 14

Carlee

I don't know how life can get any better. I just spent the weekend with my niece and we had a blast. Our painting party was complete with a cake we baked together. After doing each other's nails, we watched Disney movies all weekend from a fort we built in the living room.

Basically, all the things my parents wouldn't let us do growing up. Liz and I had fun and I can’t wait to do it again.

Then to come back to Oakside and despite the weather being lousy and my class having to be canceled, I had one of the best days I never expected with Zane.

Who would think that watching a movie would turn into the best sex of my life? But it did, and as we lie in his bed together, I felt safe. Not wanting the trance to be broken, but my phone is ringing and I know I need to see who is calling. When I see it’s Mom, I ignore it. Whatever she has to say, I don't want to hear it.

But when my dad calls back immediately after, I know something is wrong.

It's my dad. I say to Zane before I answer the call.

“Dad?” I ask, sitting up and starting to get dressed. While I’m talking to my father, I can't be sitting here naked. Even though I know he can't see me, I just can't do it.

“Sweetheart.” His voice is broken in a way I've never heard before in my life and instantly I know whatever he is going to tell me isn't going to be good.

“What is it?” I freeze, waiting for what I’m sure is bad news.

“There was an accident. Kaylee and Brian were hit by a drunk driver,” he says, his voice breaking.

“Okay. What hospital have they been taken to? Let's get there and I can sit with Liz while you go see them.” My mind is racing and I’m planning all the logistics.

“We need you to come get Liz right now. We are packing and from what we are told it's not something Liz needs to see. When it's time, you can bring her.” Dad is more composed now, and I’m relieved.

“I'm on my way. I’ll be there in twenty minutes,” I say, racing to put on my clothes. Hanging up, I look at Zane, who is watching me with anxiety.

Family emergency. I have to go get my niece,” I say not sure what else to tell him.

He nods, walking over to me and pulls me into his arms. His embrace is calming and exactly what I need right now. Taking a deep, shuddering breath, I reluctantly pull away. While I don't want to move out of his comforting and safe arms, I have to get going. Zane grabs me for a quick kiss.

Let me know if you need anything. I mean that, he says.

Nodding, I finish getting dressed. Then I pull him in for another quick kiss before I'm out the door.

I'm such a mess praying everything is okay, that I don't even see Lexi when I hit the lobby until she stands right in front of me.

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