Page 77 of Beauty Of Her

Julia

Hours later, I couldn’t sleep. I watched the clock’s minutes pass by, and when it hit 1 AM, I was ready to give up all hope when my phone’s screen illuminated a flash of white across the dark bedroom’s walls. I picked it up, and my heart lurched when Brett’s name flashed across the screen, showing two recent messages from him. I grabbed the phone from the nightstand because there was no way I’d ignore his texts.

Brett

It’s official. I cannot sleep. How about you?

I smirked. Those familiar flutters I always experienced with Brett whooshed through my body as I threw myself onto my back and held up my phone, wondering how to respond.

Me

I can’t sleep either. I wonder why?

Brett

Don’t lie. You’re thinking about those amazing eggs I made tonight.

Me

They were okay…

Brett

Liar. You loved them.

Why was it whenever the word ‘love,’ in any form became present between me and Brett, did my heart lunged in my chest?

Me

You’re right. It’s the eggs that are keeping me up.

Brett

Since we’re talking about food, I have a confession. Whenever I look at a burger, I always think of you.

Me

Aw, that’s sweet. I think.

I had to laugh. How could I not at this point? This conversation turned silly so quickly, but it was exactly what I needed, and soon, I kept fighting off a wave of yawns. I almost forgot how Brett invited a calm sensation into my soul and missed it.

Brett

Wow, I can’t stop yawning. Is it just me? Maybe there’s a chance I will sleep tonight. Or should I say this morning? It’s almost 2.

Me

Ha. I feel the same… Seeing you tonight was nice, and I’m sorry again for Sara showing up like that.

Brett

Never apologize. It was great seeing everyone tonight, too. Maybe we can do it again soon?

Me

I’d love to. So would the girls, I’m sure.

Brett

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