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Sam looked like he was biting back a smile. "Before Brisa interrupted. You were in the middle of saying something."
Again, I dismissedwhatever strange pheromones he was throwing off. This had nothing to do with attraction.Itwas about a partnership between two people who used to be friends. Nothing more or less.
"Yeah," I said. "I mean, yes, I'd like to propose a deal. If you'll hear me out."
He nodded.
"It's more of a business proposition really. That's how I think we should view this.I wrote down the main points, and as I'm sure you'll see, there are a lot of benefits for both of us. I think if you read through—"
Sam held up a hand.
"Sounds good," he said.
I frowned. "But…you didn't let me finish. You don't even know what we're talking about."
"That's true.."
"So, like I was saying—"
"But if you're about to ask me to be your list partner," he said, "I'm in."
I blinked.
Could it really be that easy?
Did Sam Bishop actually just offer to help me check off all the items on my list?
Without even hearing my proposal?
I couldn't believe it.
And yet, my heart was doing a happy dance inside my chest.
CHAPTER 5
"You're in?" I repeated.
Sam nodded.
"Without reading my plan?"
"Yeah," he said.
"Without any questions or anything? You're just in?"
"Did I stutter, Kent?"
"No, but…"
"I thought you'd be happy about this." Sam ran a hand through his hair as we walked down the hall.We didn't have the same first period. In fact, my classwas located at the other end of the building, but I still had time."Did youthink I'd say no?"
I scoffed. "Even if you did, I'mvery persuasive. I would've worn you down eventually."
"No doubt," he said. "I don't see the problem."
He was right. I should've been happy. And yet…
As we stopped, I suddenly realized what was bothering me.
