Lucy could hardly contain her excitement. Her heart was racing, her palms slightly sweaty, and yet there was a thrill in the chaos she’d caused. Before Drake could fully pull away, she sprinted after him, kicking off her sandals to gain speed.
“Wait a minute!” she shouted, but he kept walking, his long strides taking him farther away. Determined, she tossed one of her sandals like a makeshift projectile, and it hit him squarely on the head. He froze instantly, a mix of shock and annoyance flashing across his face.
She ran up to him, breathless, and grabbed his shoulders, spinning him around to face her. “Hey! Why are you walking away so fast? What was it you just said? My brain can’t seem to process it!” she teased, a mischievous glint in her eyes.
He gave her a sharp look, lips pressin
