Total pages in book: 75
Estimated words: 72824 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 364(@200wpm)___ 291(@250wpm)___ 243(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 72824 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 364(@200wpm)___ 291(@250wpm)___ 243(@300wpm)
I’ve decided to study toward an MBA, so I can join the family business and work alongside my dad. Hana’s the only one out of the four of us who’s studying law, just like her father did.
There’s a soft knock at my door, and then Fallon peeks into the room. “Hey, are you busy?”
Shaking my head, I smile at her. “Just working on an assignment. What’s up?”
Entering, she shuts the door behind her, then takes a seat on the edge of my bed. “I wanted to talk to you about something.”
I turn in my chair, so I can face her.
“First, hear me out, okay.” She takes a deep breath and waits for me to nod before she continues, “I’ve contacted Colton, Brady’s older brother.”
“Wh–” After Brady’s death, I tried to contact Colton and Mrs. Lawson, but their numbers must’ve changed, and after a while, I gave up.
Holding up a hand, she stops my question. “Let me explain before you ask questions.” The serious expression on her face has worry niggling at my insides. “This thing between you and Hunter is starting to affect the whole group. It’s time to find out what really happened when Hunter took Brady home. I asked Preston, Uncle Mason’s brainy assistant, to find Colton. Colton has agreed to come and talk with you. I really think you should see him so you can get closure on what happened.”
I stare at Fallon with wide eyes while her words shudder through me with both a sense of relief and apprehension. “Ahh…” I’m a little overwhelmed and first need to process all of this. Getting up, I go to sit next to Fallon.
She must see the nervousness written all over my face because she reaches for my hand. “If you want, I’ll go with you to meet Colton.”
“You’ve already done so much,” I whisper. I finally manage to work through the initial shock and try to smile at my friend. “Thank you for finding him. I tried to contact him but figured he changed his number. Did he say when we’ll be able to meet?”
Fallon shakes her head. “He said he’d call when he gets into town, but I’ll forward you his number so you can get in touch with him.”
I nod, and as the reality of Fallon’s words sink in a weird emotion wiggles its way into my heart. It’s along the lines of unease.
“I just wanted to let you know, so you’re not caught off guard. I’ll let you finish your assignment.” Fallon gets up but then pauses. “Are you okay?”
I nod and force a smile around my lips. “Yeah, it’s just a weird feeling knowing I’ll hopefully get some answers for all my questions.”
Fallon gives me a supportive smile. “I think it will be best so you can move on.”
“You’re right.” Getting up, I give Fallon a hug. “Thank you.”
“Sure.” As she pulls back, she asks, “Are we still starting Smallville tonight, or do you need a raincheck?”
“Mila will kill us if we postpone. She wanted to start watching the series last Monday already.”
Chuckling, Fallon agrees, “Yeah, let’s not risk our lives. I’ll go to the store for some snacks so we can pig out while drooling over Clark Kent.”
“Great. I’ll finish up here.”
When Fallon leaves my room, I sit down by my desk again and stare at my laptop.
Will I finally get answers?
My mind is whirling with all the questions I have. Did Brady leave a letter behind? What happened when Hunter dropped off Brady at home? Were there any signs before Brady committed suicide?
I need to know the truth, but a nervous feeling spins a web in my stomach.
What if there were signs and I didn’t notice them? What if I could’ve stopped Brady, but I didn’t? What if it’s my fault and Hunter really didn’t have anything to do with it?
Chapter 11
JADE
The couple of times I’ve seen Hunter around the suite or campus, he didn’t try to talk to me. Lucky for me because I’m too busy worrying about meeting with Colton to think about the kiss or anything else for that matter. Yesterday I got Colton’s number from Fallon, and now I’m staring at my phone, feeling anxious as I read our short conversation.
Me: Hi, Colton. It’s Jade. I got your number from Fallon Reyes. Can I call you?
Colton: I’ll be in town today and will stop by Trinity. Face to face will be best.
Me: Ok.
I haven’t heard anything since the messages, and even though I’m tempted to call Colton, I don’t want to come across as being pushy. I’ll give him time, and if I haven’t heard from him by the end of the day, I’ll make the call.
For now, I need to focus on school. Having to stop by the library for the Ethics in Economics book, I asked them to keep for me, I tuck my phone in my pocket and grab my keycard for the suite. I walk out of my room toward the living room but slow a little when I see Hunter and Jase sitting on the couch.