Chapter 11. Cute

MICHELLE

“You can take each half…” Gian tossed a few snack bags across the table with a careless gesture. “I’m full…”

As I accepted Gian’s offer, I noticed that the tightness in my shoulders had melted away, and I had to fight back a smile. Maybe his teeth weren’t that sharp after all.

When the time came for us to part ways and go to our subsequent classes, Kaden and I were surprised to find out that we shared a Physical Education class. I was thankful for the companionship, and especially since it relieved me of the stress of having to worry about finding my way around the campus because Kaden knew exactly the way to go.

“Let’s go!” he waved his hand, motioning for me to follow him.

I tried to match his long strides as I walked alongside him through the courtyard, but Kaden’s large frame made it difficult for me to do so. As he walked, he pounded his long fingers against his thighs and bopped his head along to an imaginary rhythm that I was not aware o