Hawk (P.O.V.) Have you ever been in that situation where you know you're grinning like an i***t, but can't quite stop yourself from grinning like an i***t? Well, I was in that situation right now. As I thought of my study session with Holland, I couldn't help from grinning stupidly. Her words kept replaying in my head over and over again – 'you know, Hawk, you're the best assignment partner I've ever had.' I didn't even realize I'd entered the house until I was welcomed by the familiar warmth of that voice. "Hawk," Carla greeted, pulling me into a hug, giving me a whiff of her lavender fragrance. "Hello, Carla. How are you doing?" "Oh, I'm just fine, dear. A little pain here and there, but nothing I can't handle." She finished with a dismissive wave of hand. I rememb

