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“Two extra large pepperoni pizzas, a medium order of breadsticks, and a large coke, right?” He steps in front of us.
“Yes.” I finally turn away from Easton. “With parmesan and crushed red pepper packets.”
“Got it. It’s forty two dollars and fifty two cents.”
I hold out the money, but Easton pushes my hand away.
“I’ve got it,” he says, paying for it. “You can keep the change.”
The delivery guy smiles and then tilts his head to the side. “Easton Rush?”
“Yes.”
“Aw man. My dad talks about you all the time.” He hands me the food. “And my little sister is obsessed with ya’lls TikTok account, Tully. Your name is Tully, right?”
“Yeah.” I feign a smile. “Thanks.”
“Good luck this season dude!” He walks away without another word, and Easton waits until he pulls away before pressing a kiss on my forehead.
“Don’t do this to me again.”
“I won’t.”
“Good.” He looks like he wants to say more, but Kevin suddenly calls my name.
“Scarlett, are you dying out there or something?” He calls. “Scarlett?”
“I gotta go,” I say. “I’ll um…”
“I’ll see you tomorrow.” Easton presses one final kiss on my lips before walking away.
6
EASTON
Ipark my car outside the school gym at five-thirty in the morning. I haven’t been able to sleep, and I know better than to try.
Stepping out, I grab my bag and head toward the side door.
Since joining the football team, I’ve become friends with the chief janitor, and he always texts to see if he needs to leave an entrance open for me.
I twist the knob until it gives way, but a loud voice drifts down the hall before I can disappear into the locker room.
“Is that you, Reed Hinson?” It’s my coach.
“No, Coach.”
“Then who the hell is it?” He shouts louder. “This complex is off limits until seven o’clock unless you’re on my staff or a team captain!”
I roll my eyes and head to his doorway.
“It’s me, Coach.”
“Oh.” He puts on his glasses. “Fate must be on my side today. Have a seat so we can talk.”
I hold back a sigh. “Can this wait until later, Coach?”
“No.” He points to a chair. “Have a seat.”
