DreameNovelChapter 64 Get S = Menu "When nothing happens between a single man and woman alone together, usually means something's wrong with the guy," Nora texted.
Could Ashton have... Issues? An image of his lean physique flashed through my mind. No way - if anyone lacked appeal here, it was definitely me.
Considering I couldn't even compete with a widow for Logan's attention, what chance did I have with anyone? I ignored Nora's message.
"Where'd you disappear to last night? I texted but got no response,” Maya asked, finally up with her alarm. Surprised she'd actually woken up-girl could sleep through a hurricane usually.
Avoiding eye contact, I mumbled, "Went for a run." "Running? At midnight?" Maya's eyes bulged. "Are you torturing yourself? Or just hot and bothered thinking about sguy?" Classic Maya logic.
"Shut up," I groaned, rolling my eyes.
"Who goes running in the middle of the night?" She wouldn't let it go.
I ignored her, changing clothes and reminding her we had work issues to handle downstairs.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"All that overtjust created more problems. Maybe ease up?" she suggested.
I had no response for that.
At the cafeteria, we spotted Ashton already eating breakfast.
"Morning, Mr. Drake!" Maya chirped.
Ashton gave a slight nod. "Morning." I tried dragging Maya toward the food line, but she grabbed my bag instead. "I'll have whatever you're having. You pick while I save seats here." Seriously? Maya winked, clearly wanting to hang near her crush. I couldn't even argue.
But sitting with Ashton was the last thing I wanted.
Before I could move, Ashton spoke up. "Ms. Ellison, I can hold your spot, but handle your own business." Talk about awkward.
I felt embarrassed for Maya.
She was too, but recovered quickly with a bright smile. “Right, thanks Mr. Drake." Joiningin line, she whispered, "PMS acting up again? Someone's grumpy today." 14 09 2001 < Chapter 64 I stayed quiet. Maya heard the harsh tone, but I felt like... maybe he was trying to keep her from dumping work on me.
Was he... looking out for me? I shook off that thought. My ego was getting out of control.
"Let's sit somewhere else," I suggested after getting our food. After last night, facing Ashton seemed impossible. "Why? We can discuss work plans together," Maya countered, leavingno argument.
I saw right through her. "You just want to stare at your crush while eating." "You knowtoo well!" She grinned mischievously.
Realizing I couldn't avoid this without raising suspicions – and Maya's imagination didn't need any help - I gave in.
Just as we sat down, a voice called out: "Maya?" A pretty girl with a breakfast tray approached.
Maya jumped up excitedly. "Clara! What brings you here?" "Business trip. It's been forever! Joinfor breakfast?" Clara offered.
Maya glanced between Ashton andbefore agreeing, leaving with her old classmate.
Now it was just us two. Could this get more uncomfortable? "No need to be awkward. You just slept in my bed - we didn't sleep together," Ashton said casually, nearly makingchoke on my soup.
He handeda napkin as I coughed.
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I glared, snatching it from him. After cleaning up, I leaned in glose. Why didn't you wake me?" "I tried. You were out cold," he said, continuing his breakfast.
"I don't buy it." I've always been a light sleeper.
"Can't help what you believe. I did try." His expression said 'take it or leave it."
The thought of him carryingto bed was mortifying. You could've e takenback to my room. "Next tI will," he replied simply.
Next time? Not happening! I angrily bit into my bagel. Then remembered: "Don't tell Maya about last night." Ashton finished eating, wiping his mouth methodically.
"What are you worried about? That people might think something's going on? Worrie of shed about your reputation? your boyfriends will find out?" That caughtoff guard. "Excuse me?" "Ms. Hart, if anyone should worry, it's me," he said, folding his napkin perfectly.
İ "What could you possibly have to worry about?" I was confused and irritated.
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