CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE
MAIZE
It’s been two weeks since my parents learned that Gavin and I were officially dating. Dad took it as expected, but he quickly accepted it. When Gavin promised he wouldn’t break my heart, I nearly melted on the floor like a popsicle in the middle of summer. Not having to hide my feelings has been such a relief. We’ve even gone on a few dates in town and hung out at the bar together. The two of us are inseparable.
News spread around town like wildfire, and I was actually happy about it. I want everyone to know he’s mine.
Today, we’re driving to Houston so I can meet his parents. It’s a five-hour road trip, which gives me way too much time to think. I kinda understand why Gavin was so damn nervous to be introduced as my boyfriend to my folks, but at least he wasn’
