Chapter 36 Chapter 36 Bailey's pov The next morning when I put on my phone , there were countless missed calls from Kaleb , including a few text that told me to pick up the phone Whatever he had to say , he clearly wanted to speak to me about it without saying it in a text I sighed and got ready for school , making sure I prepare myself mentally for our incoming comversation . There was no way I would be able to avoid him new that he wasn't avoiding me to . The only reason it worked the last time was because he made no effort to speak to me . Now , we clearly need to And I clearly need to cut off whatever was happening between us . I could not only risk my friendship with Mira but I could also lose my heart . I didn't want to go through heartbreak when I know for a fact Kaleb would only bring that to my doot . I couldn't mistake lust for love . It was just hast . I can fix this , I can get rid of it . Things had to go back the way it was between us or there would be many things at stake . p of coffee . I skipped down the stairs , making a beeline for the kitchen . Mom is just pouring herself a cup o * Want some ? " Her eyes sparkled and I just knew she was itching to ask me something . I had an inkling what she was impatient to ask and I dreaded it I nod slowly , looking at her like she would at any moment blurt out the question soon . But she surprises without a word . when she fils the cup and passes over to me I slipped on the stool , lifting the cup to my lips . The coffee was hot and rich and the aroma made my mouth water . As I took the first sip , mom decided that now was the right time to ask . " Who's the guy you're in love with ? " The hot coffee burned the tip of my tongue and I wrench away from it , placing it down on the countertop as I stared at my mom who looked eager for my answer , I flushed , awkwardly scratching my throat . " There's no one mom . " I slid off the stool , not wanting to finish the coffee and tend to her questions . Mom pouted , sighing . " You're not going to tell me are you ? " I shook my head . " Mam there really isn't anyone . Her eyes narrowed on me and her lips curled into a smile. You have that same look in your eyes . " My brows furrowed , " What look ? " Her smile widen . " That look I had when I was fighting my feelings for your dad . " My heart thrust against my chest at her words and I tried to play it cool . " Mom what are you talking about ? I have no look . " She smirked . " That denial look . You can deny it all you want but there is a boy you have fallen for . " I sighed , taking my bag to leave . " I'm going to blame dad for putting that idea in your head . I'm heading off to school , love you ." I said in a rush and leaned over the counter to plant a kiss on her check Love you too , " She kissed back , but I hurriedly out of there before she filled my head with endless love stories and start planning my wedding Wait , your dad and Lilian aren't ready yet ! " " It's fine , I'll take the bus ! " I yelled over my shoulder , practically running away from my mom , yet , unfortunately I could not run away from the huge problem in my lide currently , who was a very tall and hot as hell boy named Kaleb , who so happened to be my best friend's brother and was also off limits . 1247 / FM 2700 Chapter 36 Katrina is waving me over across the driveway , she's standing on the last step of the entrance to the school building , I rush owe , be pat flustered as I remembered the looks she sent ine yesterday . It was almost like she knew my deepest , darkest secret , which was betraying the promises we made to Mira I tried to not squirm as I stopped beside her and pull her into a hug . When we pulled away I looked around for my short friend . It was kind of hay called her short when we were practically same height . " Where's Mira ? " Lasked , expecting her to jump out of the bush beside us and scare me . Katrina shrugged , looking out it in the driveway . " Don't know . She have yet to arrive . I think they're running late I press my lips in a a flat line as I thought . Today is Friday , game day . Since when does Kaleb ever run late for game day ? Maybe his ankle still hurt ? I couldn't help but be worried and my fingers itch to check up on him . And of course Mira too . Mira also texted me last night , " Katrina suddenly cut into my thoughts and I brought my gare back to hers . She looked at me with a knowing look as she crossed her arms over her chest and popped her hip " Juliet Burner is back ." Her name made me swallow the bile that rose in my throat and i clench my hands into fist . Katrina's eyes fall to my listed hands and unclench them quickly , looking away in shame . i plastered on a fake smille even though I knew it did not reach my eyes . " Yes , she moved in next door to Mira yesterday . Everyone loves that she's back , me too . " I uttered through clenched teeth . Katrina snorted beside me . " Cut the bullshit Balls . You know you hate that girl . " I looked at her a bit sheepishly . " Well she was a bully to me back then . " Katrina raised her brow and snorted out a laugh . " We both know that's not the only reason you hate that girl now Bailey ." The blood drains from my face . Did Katrina really plece everything together so quickly ? Her eyes shifted behind me when we heard the sound of a vehicle coming closer . I looked over , my heart pounding when I saw Kaleb's car approaching . He parks and my heart leaps as I wait to see him . I may be angry with him right now but my stupid heart had a mind of its own The doors open simultaneously and my heart sinks when I see her . Juliet Burner stepping out of his car . She was in the passengers seat while an irritated Mira moved out from the back seat . It felt like the universe desired to mock me because her pretty brown eyes snapped to mine , making me bum with jealousy AP No Ads Comment