"And there I thought you weren't coming in today". He grinned as I took my seat.

"I overslept". I lied. I was embarrassed to say I didn't have a ride. And I didn't want to put him in a position where he felt he needed to offer. I really needed to find a job and save the rest of the money I need for my own car.

"Jake Taylor got anything to do with that?". He grinned.

"Huh what? No!".

"Why's your face going red then shorty?". He laughed.

"Shut up". Getting my books from my bag I set them open ...