Chapter 40

  You and me both.

  “Yep.” I look around quickly for a distraction, so that I don’t need to turn and look at him. I spot his personal tablet on the table nearby and lift it, scrolling iTunes to turn on music. It’s the best I can muster when he’s moved so close.

  “You’ve never mentioned a father.” His tone is serious and gentle, his body a little too close for comfort.

  “I didn’t need to. There’s nothing to mention; I don’t know him.”

  “So, why is he calling? It didn’t sound like nothing, Emma. You definitely didn’t sound happy.” He moves closer to me, his body heat emanating against my spine, invading me. He’s so close he is touching me.

  “I got a shock, okay? I’ve met him once in my life and it was brief. I don’t know why he’s calling,” I lie.