Emily's POVI read the message at least six times. We need to talk, now.My heart skipped the first time, soared the second, then fell into a low, feverish throb the sixth.I didn't send a reply. I didn't need to. He wanted to talk. He finally wanted to talk.I stood in the girls bathroom, brushing my hair. I added more gloss to my lips and smiled at my reflection in the mirror.He's finally coming back to his senses.I'd waited forever for this. All the behind-the-scenes scheming, the lies, the pushes, the tears no one witnessed—all of it was finally going to be worth it. Derek Hales wanted to talk to me.And I was willing to do anything he wants.When I walked into the vacant classroom, he was already in there. He looked tired and angry.God, he looked hot when he's angry. His tie was loose, his shirt sleeves pushed up. He was so handsome, leaning there against the desk like he belonged to me. He didn't say a word of greeting. Just commanded me to sit."Sit." He said roughly.I t
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