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?”

then sighed. I can never remain mad at Mila

agreed almost biting my tongue since I was this

then sighed heavily. ‘Well you two love birds will have to enjoy yourselves

1 serrt her a small smile knowing that

through you two” Her voice goes back

I asked, turning around to stare at my reflection in the

You look beautiful Sophie. Red lipstick would definitely bring out the look.

smiled at me 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

since afternoon. And don’t tell me you’re okay I know you’re not. A smile can’t hide everything.” I toli

drop to the floor and her shoulders sagged as if finally relieved that they could let down that weight.

She was talking about

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

him the entire day and the house was way too quiet for him to be here. His usually always watching television or stacking up the cards for when their friends

I suppose game night

taking it hard and I’m certain he’s at a bar right now. He didn’t want to come home yet. She

“I can stay home if

and then nods. “I have red lipstick in my drawer in the room, I’ll be right back.”

on the door and Ingrid looks at me in excitement. Uh

the door Ingrid pries it open. I sighed and walked

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

me and I saw the relief in his eyes. I smiled.

and his mouth parted. His attention didn’t make my heart

WowHe said.

and whispers ‘Told you that red

her lightly and she laughed. “You two have fun!’ She pushes me towards

“You look beautiful Sophie” He

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

Ingrid called out for his attention. We both turned around

T’m watching you young man You better bring my girl back in one piece.” She warned. “Or else I have duct tape,

nervously. He told her shakily that he’d get me home safe and

also own a car if you were wondering’ So it will be easy to dump

my G*d, please get me out of here.” I laughed as I

in Carson turns to me while starting the car “Your mom is freaking