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“Like what? You don’t have a shell phone to call anyone.”
He has a point. “I could borrow yours before you leave.”
“No. I want to make sure you get there safely.”
“Even though you’re pissed at me?”
“I still care about you!” His face tightens, and he takes out the helmets and hands me one. “Let’s go.”
I don’t argue. Just put it on and climb on after him. It feels nice to wrap my arms around him, but he’s tense. Obviously, he doesn’t like it nearly as much as I do. He starts the ignition and drives to the road too fast. I rest my head against him as best I can with the helmet. I love being wrapped around him, and everything slowly starts to feel better.
Except the fact that he’s angry at me, and rightly so. That sucks.
When we get to the academy, he doesn’t cut the engine. Helps me off and puts my helmet away. Keeps his on.
I meet his gaze. “You’re not staying?”
He shakes his head. “I’m crashing at Rudder’s for the week.”
My heart sinks. “Oh.”
“Go on.” He nods toward the entrance. “I’ll go once I see you’re inside.”
I hesitate before going to the door.
“Oh, and Marra.”
“Yes?” I whip around, hoping he’s changed his mind.
“They don’t have bells during the vacations, but meals are still served at the same time. Don’t be late, or you might miss the food.”
So much for him changing his mind. “Thanks.”
He nods, climbs onto his bike, and revs the engine.
I turn back around and open the door, then glance back at him. He motions for me to go inside. I do, and as soon as I close the door, I hear his motorcycle drive away.
