"Jared." My voice sounds like a plea, and he drops his hand from my face, but the depth in his eyes doesn’t disappear. It feels like I’ve just woken up as I look up and notice Alex. Her lips are pursed.

"So, I’ll see you tomorrow?" Ashley’s words are drawn out, making me acknowledge her. A brow rises with a question, and I don’t blame her. I pivot toward her so I don’t have to keep staring at Jared. She glances between him and me.

Heat burns my cheeks. ...