Page 130 of Echoes of Us

“Still. You could just have the conversation in public,” Colin pressed.

I sighed. “It’s not like that ever stopped us before,” I mumbled.

He huffed a small laugh. “Hey, you were safe, right? With Mathew?” He narrowed his eyes slightly.

“I thought we were past you treating me like a kid.”

“I had to ask. Sorry it didn’t work out for you today, Att. I’m heading out. Do you want to tag along?”

“Nah, I’m fine, thanks.”

Colin stood, preparing to leave.

I bit the side of my thumb, feeling a sudden urge. “Actually, can I borrow your phone before you go?” I asked impulsively.

“Why?” He reached for his pocket.

“I want to text Noah something, but I don’t want to do it from mine,” I explained.

He checked his phone, then handed it to me, already open on the chat with Noah. “Here, I’m going to the bathroom.”

I stared down at it.

Me

I’ll get back to you next week about that talk

it’s Atticus.

I sent the message and watched the screen, waiting for his reply. Noah started typing several times before finally sending his response.

Noah Rossi

okay

like on Monday?

after practice?

Me

sure, after practice.

At least that was public.

Noah Rossi

okay good

thanks for letting me know.

Me

sure

I sent the message and sighed, feeling a small sense of relief. That part was done. Colin walked back out, and his phone vibrated in my hand. I saw Noah’s last text.

Noah Rossi

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