Chapter 18

As I predicted Jess was waiting with questions as soon as I entered the flat, her first question died on her lips however when she noticed Cole stood behind me.

“My room is the first on the left, you can put your things in there for now, I’ll set the sofa bed up for you in a minute, but why don't you go and settle in while I explain things to Jess.”

“You sure?” Cole mumbled his head close to mine and my brain stopped functioning at the close contact, at my nod he smiled to Jess before heading down the corridor and out of sight while I slumped on the sofa staring expectantly at my still gaping best friend.

“Who the hell is that?” She whispered excitedly once the shock had apparently worn off, taking a seat beside me on the worn sofa.

“That is Cole Mason.”

“Okay but who is he?” I could see the spark of excitement in her eyes, and I breathed out in relief kno