Chapter 81

DAHLIA

“Already heading home?” Jack’s voice startled me as I was packing up the last few things on the counter.

I turned, forcing a small smile. “Yeah. My shift’s over.”

He leaned against the counter, studying me for a moment. “Can you wait a little bit more?” He asked.

Left to me, I really don’t mind. But Sebastian? With the way he took my schedule seriously, I better not stay another extra minute. Plus, I don’t want him to misunderstand me like last time.

“I don’t think so. Is there a problem?”

“Not at all.” He affirmed. “I just have something I want to talk to you about.”

“And it’s urgent?” I pestered.

“No. But I might change my mind about telling you if I wait any longer.”

“Oh damn!” I exhaled.

“How about we go back to your dorm together? My shift is over too. I just have a few things to get rid of. We can talk on the way to the bus stop, if that’s okay?”

I hesitated, tugging my bag strap higher on my shoul