Chapter 58

Chapter 58

Darrell

That Monday, after lectures ended, I headed straight to my office and dropped into the chair behind the desk. I checked my watch to see it was 11:38. Bella should be here any minute. I’d made it crystal clear noon sharp

My phone buzzed. It was Gina, and her text read

“Sorry, I didn’t reply for three days. I’ve been out of it

I stared at the screen for a second, thumb hovering, then typed back one word: “Okay,”

I leaned my head against the chair, closed my eyes, and tried to shove the irritation downt