Page 37 of Loving Ladybug: Part One
I realized I was leaning against Tenzin and I sat up. “Sorry, I didn’t mean to use you as a backrest.”
“It’s fine.” His voice was soft. “I don’t mind. Also, you were with an alpha for so long, from such a young age. Your body is probably missing the contact.”
Oh. I didn’t even think of that. That could be why I missed snuggles and hugs.
Tenzin and I worked a little longer. He yawned.
“Sorry, I think I’m going to go to bed. Would you like me to order you a car? It’s late,” he offered.
“I’m fine. Thank you so much for all your help. It looks great.” I set off for the subway and returned to the rink, hitting a late-night cafe on the way back that discounted their grab-and-go stuff drastically after a certain time.
One of the security guards saw me in the halls. “Working late?”
“Forgot something.” I slipped upstairs, knowing how to avoid the cameras at night.
I showered and changed, then went into my closet. Putting on my headphones and queuing Mercy’s sad girl playlist, I scrolled through social media, as I ate my chicken wrap.
Clark had game night with his family. Dimitri’s vacation looked incredible. My teammates and classmates were mostly working or with family, but still having a good time.
And I was sleeping in a closet.
I tried to sleep. My little bed wasn’t very comfortable. Also, I didn’t feel that safe, even though I knew I was. This was a locked floor, used only by the Maimers and Knights. No one was up here this time of night.
Taking out my phone, I started to text Clark, like I had a million times, and ask if I could crash at his place while he was out of town. There was no way I could afford to be his roommate, but maybe he’d let me couch surf for free for a couple of weeks?
Like every other time, I didn’t. Instead, I texted him inane things like always.
Me
Tried more muffins at the rooftop bar. Tens is making me highlight videos.
Clark
It’s nice that you have Tens to hang out with. Where’d you meet him again?
Me
He’s defense.
I wasn’t sure if I could start telling my friends who he was. After all, there’d been no announcement for a reason.
Clark
Got it. Also, a film major? Send them to me?
Me
Yep. Sent
I added the link.
Clark
Can’t wait to watch. Today I fixed two tractors. One of my moms made an apple pie.
Pie. My mouth watered.
Me
