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The yoga session continued, and Jimmy kept making those strange noises. It didn’t matter what pose Gemma put him in—even in child’s pose, Jimmy let out all kinds of groans and moans.
Willow joined in a bit more at the end, but the whole session had been ruined by his antics. She had no idea what it was he thought he was doing. Was it a way to show his appreciation? One thing was for sure—Gemma didnotappreciate it. Her eyes had narrowed over the course of the session.
Please let us be finished soon.
“And now we will just rest in Savasana, close our eyes, and let our muscles begin to relax. Close your eyes, please.”
Willow closed her eyes and tried to let her mind empty so that she could, at the very least, feel alittlemore relaxed.
Jimmy let out a long sigh that punctuated the silence, with the end coming out as a low, soft moan. Willow’s jaw tensed, and she bit back a groan of frustration.
“And that brings us to the end of our session. Roll up your mats, please.”
Opening her eyes, Willow blinked in surprise.That was a little abrupt.Perhaps Gemma was getting frustrated as well. “Thank you.” Rolling up her mat, she went to set it aside. “I got a few good photos. Thank you for letting me join you.”
Gemma nodded but didn’t say anything. Turning her head away, she picked up her own mat and walked into the backroom without a backward glance. Willow’s lip curled into a small smile.No doubt about it. That session wasn’t great for her. I have no idea what Jimmy thought he was doing!
“I feel so much better.” When Willow stood up from picking up her camera, Jimmy slung one arm around her shoulders and guided her toward the door. “That was absolutely incredible.”
“Yeah, it sure sounded it.” Wanting to shrug off his hand, Willow waited for him to pull open the door so she could step back, but to her surprise, it was already open. Walking through it with Jimmy’s hand still around her neck, Willow’s face burned scarlet as she stared into the faces of the eight other guests that had gathered around the yoga studio.
“Hi.”
Two of the guests glanced at each other.
“Is everything okay?”
Two older ladies nudged each other, and one of them giggled. Fire blazed in Willow’s cheeks.
“Sounds like everything is okay withyou, honey!” The older lady pointed a long finger toward Jimmy. “I’m guessing that was some workout!”
A rumble of laughter caught Willow’s attention, and she turned her head.Oh, no. Why doeshehave to be standing there?The last time she’d seen Asher, he’d been striding away from them. What on earth had brought him back to the yoga studio?
“Was she working you real hard, honey?” The other older lady nudged her friend for the second time and cackled. Willow dropped her head, mortified. Jimmy’s arm felt heavy around her neck, and she wanted to shake him off completely, but she couldn’t make a scene in front of the watching guests.
“She is amazing.” Jimmy’s lips were close to her ear, and Willow shivered, closing her eyes so that she could block out the view. “Oh, and I guess the yoga teacher is pretty good, too.”
The burst of laughter that followed his words did nothing for Willow’s confidence. Desperate, she took a step to the side, and finally, Jimmy’s arm dropped from her shoulders.I have to get out of here.
“I’m glad you’re here, Asher. I’ve completely forgotten when I’m needed next in the dining hall.” Her eyes widened as Asher frowned.Please understand what I’m trying to say. I have to get away from him.
“Uh…I’m not sure. I can check, but I didn’t think you were scheduled to take any photos down there today.”
She closed her eyes, her jaw tightening.Either he’s being deliberately annoying, or he really doesn’t understand what I’m trying to tell him.
“No, I’m sure it was definitely for today.” Opening her eyes wide, she shot him a hard look before sending her gaze in Jimmy’s direction for a brief moment. “Sorry, I’ve forgotten the time, but I’m sure it was this afternoon.”
This time, Asher understood her silent desperation, although he couldn’t seem to stop his lips from tipping up at the corners. “Oh, right. This afternoon. Yeah, I guess you’re right. I think you were supposed to be there in about thirty minutes.”
That doesn’t sound particularly convincing.
She turned to Jimmy. He was busy grinning at the couple of older ladies who were watching him and hardly paying attention to what she’d been talking about with Asher.
“I guess I’ll see you later.”
Jimmy’s eyes went wide. “I can come with you.”
“Oh, that’s not necessary.” She gestured to Asher. “I’ll just go with Asher. I still have to get some other shots today, and Asher and I need to discuss some work stuff.” Forcing a laugh, she tried to make it sound light and airy, but instead, it came out like a cackle. Her nerves were jumping, and she was hot all over. “Thanks for the yoga, though. It was nice of you to invite me to your private session. I got some really good photos.” She said this last sentence a little more loudly, hoping that the rest of the guests who were still lingering to watch would realize what she had actually been there for.
