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“I’m pleased to hear it. Although I’d appreciate it if you could give him a push to send off those college applications before he misses all of the deadlines.”
“I’m working on it.” I accept the mug of coffee Hadley hands me. “Thanks.”
She gives me a warm smile.
“We’re actually going to Colton this weekend to check out some apartments. You guys should come,” she says.
“Yeah?”
“Sounds good to me,” Cole agrees.
“Do you have plans for after graduation, Kennedy?” James asks.
“I haven’t given it much thought.” I can’t afford tuition, and my grades aren’t good enough for a scholarship.
“Well, you should think about it. I imagine Conner will want you close by, whenever he figures out his plan.”
I duck my head, heat creeping into my cheeks.
“Speak of the devil,” Cole says.
I feel Conner before I see him. He wraps an arm around my waist and lowers his mouth to my ear. “You were gone.”
“I needed coffee.” I lift my mug.
“It’s good to see you smiling, Son.”
“Yeah, well, I have a lot to smile about.” He nuzzles my neck, and I elbow him in the stomach.
“Conner, we have company.”
“So?”
“Interesting fact, Dad.” Cole smirks. “Ask Conner how classes were yesterday.”
“Oh dear Lord, what happened now?”
“Trust me, Dad,” Conner says, “you don’t want to know.”
“Please try and avoid stirring anymore trouble with Principal Vager. He already gets enough of my money.”
“At least we’re graduating soon,” Cole says, “and then you’ll be free of us and all the drama that comes with us being here.”
“Cole,” sadness clings to James’ words, “you know I don’t feel like that.”
Hadley catches my eye, and I know I’m not the only who feels like a voyeur looking in on their intimate moment.
“Something smells good.” Ace and Remi enter the kitchen through the back door. They’re already dressed for school.
“Hmm, pancakes?” Remi goes straight for the plate. “Where’s my mom?”
“She’s still sleeping. We had a late night.” James tugs at his collar.
“Whoa, too much information.” Remi balks.
“Thank fuck we’re in the pool house,” Ace grumbles.
“Yes, well... I should probably be going. I have a breakfast meeting. Try and stay out of trouble please.”
