own sandwich.
“Get me a sandwich, all right? I’m starving,” Thomas said. Then Thomas blew out a sigh and dropped back in his chair. Instant
he brought his face to mine and kissed me again. I could feel Kiran attitude shift.
and Taylor whispering across the table.
“Why? What’s so great about parents’ weekend?” I asked. I was
“Do I look like your butler?” Josh asked.
curious as to what went on, wondering if it was even remotely
Thomas broke off and glared at him. “Yeah, actually, you do.”
possible that my parents would fit in. And if I could possibly avoid Josh colored slightly, then rolled his eyes and walked off.
them the entire time they were present.
“So, Pearson. Found yourself a new victim?” Noelle asked.
“Gage is referring to the fact that it’s the best food of the year,”
My breath caught. What did that mean?
Noelle explained. “His world revolves around his stomach.”
“Ironic statement, coming from you,” Thomas said.
“And areas slightly further south,” Gage added, laughing with
Noelle reddened. “I’m surprised you know what ironic means.”
his mouth open so that we could all see his half-chewed food.
“Shut it, Lange,” Thomas snapped.
“I just can’t wait to see my mom,” Ariana said.
“Hey. Watch it, dude,” Dash said, returning to the table.
“Ladies and gentlemen, here she is. The only girl who thinks the
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worst part of boarding school is being away from her parents,”
Noelle announced.
Everyone laughed except Thomas. “Can we talk about something
a little less boring please?” he asked.
“Touchy, touchy,” Kiran said as she continued studying herself