Tell the Stars to Shine (Summer Lake Seasons Book 6) by SJ McCoy

Author:SJ McCoy [McCoy, SJ]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Xenion, Inc
Published: 2020-06-25T18:30:00+00:00

Chapter Twelve

Amber was surprised to see a Jeep in the driveway when they got to Austin’s place.

“That’s Dallas. I’m surprised he’s still here. He’s going to the Boathouse tonight. I thought we’d see him there.”

He parked next to the Jeep, and Dallas came out the front door. He looked puzzled as he trotted down the steps with Roscoe on his heels.

He smirked at Austin when he reached them. “Did you change your mind?”

Amber didn’t miss the evil look Austin shot him. “We had a bit of a change of plan.”

Dallas nodded. “So, I see. I’ll be on my way.” He grinned at Amber. “It’s good to see you again.”

“You too.”

He gave Austin a meaningful look. “I’ll see you tomorrow.”

“Okay.” They watched him drive away before Austin turned to her. “Come on, let’s eat. And I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for a drink.”

She nodded. She wasn’t a big drinker, but she could use one tonight.

They sat at the breakfast table to eat the pizza. As soon as they sat down, Roscoe came and stuck his nose up Amber’s skirt. She couldn’t help but laugh as she pushed him away. “I’ve told you; you’re not supposed to do that.”

Austin rolled his eyes. “I’m sorry. He seems to be pretty taken with you.”

She smiled. “I like him, too. But …”

Austin chuckled. “Just because you like him doesn’t mean he gets free rein to perv on you.”

She had to laugh. “I’m glad you understand that. In my experience guys tend to think it does.”

His smile disappeared and she had to wonder why on earth she’d said that.

He pursed his lips. “Milo?”

“Yes, but he’s not something I want to talk about. I wanted to forget about that for a while and just enjoy having dinner with you.”

“I’d love to. But I don’t think it’s possible—either to forget or to enjoy dinner if we don’t talk about it.”

Her heart sank. Maybe he’d brought her back here because he didn’t want to dump her in front of everyone. No. That wasn’t true, and she knew it. She’d given him the opportunity to walk away, and he’d refused to take it. “I’m sorry.”

“It’s not your fault.”

“I didn’t create the situation, no, but you’re only in it because of me.”

“I’m only in it because I want to be. You gave me the option to leave earlier if you remember.”

“I do. And I’m glad you didn’t.”

He reached across the table and took hold of her hand. “I am, too. You know me. You know I’m not into drama, but I think you’re worth it. I don’t want to walk away from you, Amber. I want to help you get through this. I want to put it behind us so that we can have a chance.”

She reached up and touched his cheek. “Thank you. I want us to have a chance, too. I wish I was a better person. I wish I was stronger. I should have closed the door on him and been straight with my folks long before now.

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