Kimberly slid against Alex’s side. He escorted her to the passenger seat and got the door for her before getting in on the driver’s side. “That was lovely, what you said.” He gave a wave behind him as he pulled out of the parking lot.
“It didn’t need to be said. The gathering emanated it, but as an outsider I wanted everyone to know just how palpable the feeling was. And I meant it. There’s something truly special about a teacher who does the work it takes to make that kind of lasting impression on a group of boys and a special group of boys to recognize and cherish him for it. That was a beautiful lunch.”
“After your speech, this morning, I really felt like announcing the nature of our relationship to everyone.”
“My speech? You mean what I said while I was sitting on your face and doi
