“Without a doubt, she deserves that spot.” My chest lifts with passion in my voice. “She’s incredible.”
“You’re in a tough position.” Mom’s hand finds mine, squeezing my fingers. “I don’t envy you, but honey, if you pursue a relationship with her, it won’t turn out like Coventry.”
Because I didn’t commit a crime with Dalia. Our relationship was consensual, not illegal. But Noemi? Student-teacher misconduct doesn’t just get swept under the carpet. It makes headline news. The best lawyers in the world couldn’t save me from the charges that would follow if I were caught with her.
“You need to cut your losses, son.” Dad sets his glasses on his nose and folds his arms on the table, leaning in. “Quit that damn job, end things once and for all with Dalia, and move out of state if you have to.
