Page 44 of Unraveling the Truth About Love
Before texting back, she took a deep breath. She’d met Max at Josh’s father’s ranch when she was there for lunch right after Josh had offered her a job, and she had warmed to Max right away. Why did it feel like she was exposing their relationship publicly by confirming what Max already knew? And why did it feel so good? She texted back.
Yup! Pls don’t tell anyone. Ur comingover 2night 4dinner?
She tucked her phone under her leg and tapped her foot, waiting for the return text, renewed excitement rushing through her. After they’d been intimate that morning, she’d decided that she no longer wanted to hide their relationship, but she hadn’t had the courage to tell Josh. She knew that once she did, there was no turning back. He was chomping at the bit to get thingsout in the open, and when she was at work, she wasn’t quite as sure of her decision.I wish I could decide once and for all.She stared at the phone sticking out from under her leg.Tell. Don’t tell. Ugh! I can’t decide!Her phone vibrated again.
I never would. Promise. Yes. Can’t wait2 seeU.
U 2, she responded, then tucked her phone into her purse and put them both in the drawer on top ofher stack of drawings. She picked up the scarf and went in search of Claudia.
Claudia turned from what she’d been working on as Riley approached.
“Found it.” Riley held up the scarf. “Phil said he was so glad you remembered.”
Claudia’s jaw dropped.
“I’ll just go put it in the closet.” Riley walked away with a smirk on her face.Two can play at this game.
