JADE:
After the meal, we walked out to the lot. I pulled my keys out, ready to head back home.
"Thanks for convincing my dad," I muttered, my voice softening. I actually meant it.
He gave a small nod, his eyes lingering on mine for a quiet second. Deep down, a heavy disappointment settled in my stomach at the thought of not seeing him until Theodore's party tomorrow night.
What shocked me was the dull ache in my own chest. I hated feeling that way, but I couldn't shake it off.
I gave him a brief, awkward wave and stepped over to the driver's side. Before I could even turn the key in the ignition, a light knock sounded against the glass. I rolled the window down, peering up at him with genuine curiosity.
"On second thought, why don't I just drive you?" he suggested, his tone low and r
