Chapter Five
Squeezing in time together proved more difficult than Free thought. Although they spoke every day, and texted often, other than their fleeting meetings over coffee, Free hadn’t spent any time with Samantha. They were both swamped with end-of-the-semester assignments and work. But at least they’d been able to share some kisses over their coffee. Most days, they preferred that to conversation.
Free had had enough. He texted Sam to see if she would come with him to his rehearsal tonight. Then, they could go out, or stay in, and have some time together. Her response made her sound as excited as he was at the prospect of having more than fifteen minutes together.
Samantha was waiting in line at the coffee shop as usual. He crossed the room and kissed her cheek.
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