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He turns on the ignition and we head toward the café.
“Let’s see what music you like.” I press the power button for the radio and suddenly country music is blaring through the speakers. I laugh and look at him. “Country music?” I ask.
He looks over at me for a split second before eyeing the road again. “It’s my favorite. What’s yours?” he asks.
“Pop.”
“Ah, figures,” he chuckles.
I let out a high-pitched scoff. “What’s that supposed to mean?”
“I saw a bunch of Selena Gomez albums resting on the shelf of your TV stand.” He steals a glance at me.
I can’t help but shake my head and chuckle. “Hey, she is amazing. Have you heard her songs?”
“I have. Catchy, but pop isn’t my vibe,” he says.
He pulls into the parking lot and I notice there are a few cars parked here already. He turns off the music and looks at me. “Are you sure you feel up to working today? I am sure Scarlett would give you the day off if you asked.”
“Yes, I am sure. I think I need to work to keep my mind off things.”
He reaches for my hand and gives a little squeeze. I squeeze back and his eyes flash down to my lips. He leans in and whispers, “Can I kiss you goodbye?”
I respond by pressing my lips to his in a soft kiss.
He pulls back slowly and asks, “When can I see you again?”
“Soon.” I smirk before closing his car door and walking inside.
It’s not as busy as I thought. I walk toward the register, trying to shake off the fluttering feeling in my chest from the conversation with Eric. I clock into the computer, and just as I’m about to dive into work, I feel a presence next to me.
Scarlett is leaning against the edge of the counter, a concerned look in her eyes. “Are you sure you’re up for being here today? I think I’ll be okay on my own if you want to take the day off.”
“No, I need to be here. It’ll help keep my mind focused on other things. Sorry I’m late, though. I lost track of time.”
Scarlett raises an eyebrow, her eyes twinkling with curiosity. “Lost track of time, huh? Is there something you’re not telling me?”
I pause and smile big. “He stayed over last night.”
Scarlett lets out a gasp. “Oh really? I was wondering if you were okay after leaving the hospital. Clearly, you had yourself a distraction!”
I look down and blush.
“There’s more?” she asks in a teasing tone.
“We kissed.”
She smacks her leg a few times, trying not to scream excitedly with customers around.
CHAPTERSIXTEEN
“Help me getthese boxes of coffee filters unpacked and then we can head to your house,” Scarlett says.
I nod and follow her to the back.
My mind wanders. Why is the universe punishing me? I have the shittest dad, so the world gives me a better one just to take him away? What kind of test is this? Because I feel like I’m failing miserably.
“Grab me that box cutter.” She points at the top organizing rack. I reach for it and hand it to her, and she cuts open four boxes.
