LAYLA’S POV
“Oh.” I think for a second. “Probably planning out the week. And drafting some practice questions because midterms’ in a month so I want to start getting Edward ready.” The thought alone makes me smile. “I really want him to top the Alpha board. Like, genuinely. If that happens I think I’ll be more excited than he is. I can already picture the look on his face when he sees his —”
I stop, heat rushing to my cheeks.
Oh no.
I’m doing it again.
I glance at Eliot and immediately cringe.
“Sorry,” I mumble quickly. “I keep talking about Edward. Why did you ask about tomorrow?”
His expression shifts into something more careful. Then he exhales and rubs the back of his neck.
“Before I tell you why I asked…” He says. “There’s something I should probably tell you first but I’m no
