Page 84 of Breaking Rules

“Sorry, yeah. I’ll call you later. Bye.”

“More like nev—” I tap End before Audrey finishes talking. It’s rude, and she’ll be royally pissed, but that’s the least of my concerns.

Inside the house, Milo click-clacks across the floor, his little tail wagging. I crouch and pet him, listening for Bella, but the house is silent.

Shit. I thought she’d be home by now.

Miller knows she went shopping with Meghan. What if they’re still out and Jake finds her?

Fuck.

I spin around, ready to flee, but a loud bark stops me in my tracks.

Milo. Shit. He hasn’t been out in hours.

“Sorry, buddy. My brain is all over the place.” I snag his leash from the table by the door, and then we head out. As we hit the sidewalk, I pull my phone out of my pocket and type a text to Bella.

Bella:

I’m still with Meg. She had a change of plans, Liz is busy.

Me:

Think you’ll be much longer?

Bella:

I’m headed to my aunt’s next. Should be there in about forty minutes

Me:

Send me the details. I’ll come pick you up

Bella:

Why? I’ll call an Uber or ask Meg to give me a ride

Me:

Because I miss you

Bella:

Miss you too, but I’m not buying it. Why?

Me:

Miller knows you’re with Meg. I don’t want him to corner you. Let me pick you up

A moment later, a text with an address appears.Good girl.

Me:

I’ll be there in thirty. Wait for me

Bella:

Yes sir

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