Chapter 142

Emma’s POV

“Last I heard, he said he was gonna be back today.” Casey offered unasked as I stared at a couple making out in the hallway.

“Jeez, Casey.” I exclaimed. “Take it easy on me.”

“Don’t act like you don’t miss him.” She laughed.

“Do I need to affirm it every two seconds?” I asked, sarcastically.

“No. I was just giving an honest reminder.” She said.

“Well, it was unsolicited.” I shot back at her.

“I guess I’m just gonna be excited on your behalf.” She said,, stubbornly.

“Why do you want me for him so bad?” I asked her.

We were on our way home, and so I felt if I could hold her up till I got to my apartment, I wouldn’t need to admit to how I’d been counting down the minutes till Kevin’s plane landed in Massachusetts.

It’s why I hated being close to anyone. I get too attached, for my own good.

As expected, I held on long enough till we got to my apartment, so I didn’t have to admit anything to her.

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