Chapter 53

For the first time ever Mary enjoyed her lunch break. Trey stayed with her throughout telling her about his time growing up within the city. His parents had made a lot of money in some kind of mechanical venture and decided to settle down in the country. He was smart, and his brother liked to tease him.

She didn’t want to leave him but found that she didn’t have a choice.

“What class do you have next?” Trey asked.

“I’ve got English.”

“Damn, I’m history.”

“I’ve already had history.”

“Well, we’ve got gym together, right?” She pulled out her class list and nodded.

“Great, I’ll see you then.” They entered the school again. She saw several girls were watching them.

“Erm, do you want to leave?” she asked.

“Why would I want to go?”

“You’re hot news here. I mean, you’re news.” Heat filled her cheeks as he smiled down at her.

“You think I’m hot.”

“No, I mean, yes, no, er, I don’t know.” She pressed a hand to her face wishing the ground would open up and swallow her whole.

“It’s okay. I’m teasi