Meanwhile my brain was already spiraling.
New York meant:
career opportunities
connections
insane competition
possible future job offers
It also meant leaving for most of the summer.
Which should not have made me immediately think of Mason.
Annoying.
Very annoying.
After class ended, Bennett stopped me before I reached the door.
“Rowan.”
I turned back. “Yeah?”
“You should apply.”
Straight to the point.
“I was planning to.”
“Good.”
She adjusted the papers in her hands slightly. “You’re one of the strongest writers in the program. Don’t undersell yourself.”
That hit harder than expected.
Because compliments from Bennett were basically mythical creatures.
“Thanks,” I said honestly.
Then she smiled slightly. “And try sleeping occasionally. You look exhausted.”
