The Girl He Craves

Chapter 18

Sophie’s pov

“Hey guys!” Mila chirped as she places her lunch on the table. I smiled, a bit uncomfortable that Carson had one of his arms slung over my shoulder the entire time.

I suppose that’s how couples act, but I didn’t think we were that kind of couple. The awkward ones sure. But the lovey dovey, no way.

Still, I didn’t want to tell him I was uncomfortable so I let him keep his arm there and besides I could feel Aiden’s glare on us. I know shouldn’t but I liked that he was visibly jealous and frustrated.

Mali sits down and stared at us with a small smile.

“I was just telling Sophie that ginger head boy Rob invited me to his party tonight. Carson said.

My brows clench. He did? Maybe I was too busy watching Aiden to pay attention to what he was saying.

Guilt weighed heavy in my stomach.

Mali snorted. “You call him ginger head boy? Classic.”

Carson shrugged and popped a fry in his mouth.” It makes him stand out.” “And stand out he does.’ Mali laughs lightly.

“Anyway, I wanted to go. With my girlfriend that is.” Carson smiles down at me and I nearly winced. The term girlfriend was still so weird. It didn’t help that my heart refused to open up to Carson.

“I don’t know…..” I trailed off. It was not like my foster parents won’t allow me. It

was just that I was never quite interested in partying before.

“Heard ginger head boy slash Rob throws awesome parties. Don’t mind his innocent look that guy is a freak, or so I’ve heard.” Mila winks and laughs a bit louder

Carson chuckles and looks at Mila and me. “So are we on or….” He trails off,

our answer.

*I don’t know it’s on a school night.” I began unsurely but Mila cuts me off.

“Larne people make excuses that it’s a school night babe. Come on this can be a second date for you two. You need some wind under your wings Soph, when have you ever been to a party?”

at her and then sighed. I can never remain

agreed almost biting my tongue since I was

then sighed heavily. ‘Well you two love birds will have to enjoy yourselves without me. I have therapy this afternoon and

small smile knowing that she couldn’t s**p

so I can live through you two” Her voice goes back to

“Does this look good Ingrid?” I asked, turning around to stare at my reflection in the mirror. I was domed in a black

at me.” You look beautiful Sophie. Red

yet her eyes showed her stress lines and the worry painted in them. Her eyes had been like this since afternoon but she hadn’t told me what caused

sad since afternoon. And don’t tell me you’re okay I know you’re

eyes drop to the floor and her shoulders sagged as if finally relieved that they could let down that weight. “He was laid

She was talking

My heart drops knowing how much his job meant to him. “I’m so

to be here. His usually always watching

game

him Soph. He’s taking it hard and I’m certain he’s at a bar right now. He didn’t want to

“I can stay home if you

“I have red lipstick in my drawer in the room, I’ll be right

looks at

answer the door Ingrid pries it open. I sighed and walked over

you’re the boyfriend.” Ingrid giggled as she looks at

to me and

And then his gaze roamed over me and his mouth parted. His attention didn’t make my heart thunder in my chest neither did I get

WowHe said.

me and whispers ‘Told you that red

“You two have fun!’ She pushes me towards Carson

“You look beautiful Sophie”

smiled, accepting his compliment. It wasn’t every day I got told I was beautiful. Pretty yes, but

away when Ingrid called out for his attention. We both turned around only to see that Ingrid was pointing her fungere at

You better bring my girl back in one piece.” She warned. “Or else I have duct tape,

giggled in embarrassment while Carson chuckled nervously. He told her shakily that he’d get me home safe and then we began to

Ingrid yells. “I also own a car if you were wondering’ So it

me out of here.” I laughed

me while starting the car “Your mom