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“It’s okay to be upset if she hurt you, Knox,” Kinsley says.
“She did hurt me, Kins, but maybe I should have given her the chance to explain.” I run my hands through my hair.
“It’s normal to flip off the handle when something happens that embarrasses you or hurts you,” Kinsley says, putting her hand on my back.
“When did you get so smart? I’m the one that should be helping you through stuff,” I say, looking over at her.
“Just because you're older doesn’t mean I can’t give you advice. I’ve been through some stuff too.” She gives me a sad smile.
“You’re right.” I sigh.
“Maybe give yourself and Sophia a couple of days to cool off. It might be for the best,” she suggests.
“I think that’s a good idea.”
* * *
It’s beena week since I’ve heard from Sophia. Kinsley assured me that she’s okay. She’s been working a lot, but they talk on the phone. I’m still angry she kept Bradley from me, but I’ve also come to realize that there must be a reason for it.
I’ve been wondering if something happened in Chicago that made her run. I also haven’t seen Bradley at the office. My dad sent him to Seattle for a big case and he’s due to come back tomorrow. I’m not sure how that’s going to go, but I need to talk to Sophia before it happens.
“Knox, can I talk to you for a minute?” Kai says, grabbing me at the door before I have a chance to leave.
“Sure, what’s up?”
“I’ve been thinking about asking Ivy to marry me,” he says, surprising the hell out of me.
“Like, now?”
“No, not until we’re finished with school. I want to buy her a ring. I want to be ready when the time feels right. I just wanted your thoughts,” he says.
“I think Ivy is a great girl, and it’s obvious you both love each other. I think it’s a great idea to wait until you’re finished with school. I don’t see any problem with any of it. It seems like you’ve been thinking about this seriously and you’re making a mature decision.” I mean that honestly. Kai has really shocked me with the changes he’s made.
“Thanks, man. It feels right. I just wanted to talk to someone else about it,” he says, shoving his hands in his pockets.
“I understand. I’m sorry I’m not the best with relationship advice. I think it’s obvious to everyone around me that I have no idea what I’m doing in that department.”
“Are we good?” he asks, throwing me off with his question.
“Why wouldn’t we be?”
“I know things happened in the past, and Sophia being back might be bringing up memories. I wanted to make sure everything was cool between the two of us,” he says.
I feel like a huge dick. My inability to get over the past is causing stress to everyone around me. How far does this have to go before I realize that the past needs to stay in the past?
“Kai, we’re fine. I promise. It’s not your fault that I’m an idiot that can’t seem to get over things that happened years ago.” I sigh.
“You really care about her, don’t you?” he asks.
“Yeah, I do. It’s about time I pulled my head out of my ass and told her how I really feel,” I admit.
“Well, don’t let me stop you.” He laughs.
I grab my keys and head out to my truck. It’s time for me to get my shit together and tell my girl how I feel about her.
Chapter 14
Sophia
