Chapter 27 Days quickly passed , and with Logan and Ryan gone , I fell into a familiar rhythm with school . I knew very well that with winter approaching , it was going to mean that semester exams would quickly follow and that was something I wasnt ready for . In fact , I wasnt ready for a lot of things but I had to keep focused , Emily , did you pick up the notes from Zebak ? Bree asked as we all sat around the table at the University cafe , I sighed shaking my head , no- There was a lot I still had to do , and because I had missed Davids class a few days ago , I still needed to get the printed notes from the lesson , David had been more than happy to gather the notes together for me , and that was something else that made me feel uneasy , Girl- Rac hel added looking at me shocked , are you sure youre feeling okay ? You have been like a space cadette the last few days , and that isnt like you . I know , I know . The mumble stumbled out of my mouth as I closed the textbook in front of me , and piled all of my belongings into my backpack . I will stop by there now before I head home . Rachel and Bree looked at each other with concern as I forced a smile upon my face . Do you want me to come with you ? Absolutely not . You have Calculus homework to do , I grinned , causing Rachel to groan . That she does . Maddy mumbled , causing everyone to laugh but Rachel . It was moments like these that made me remember why I loved the life I had , even if it was more than complicated at times . Its not my fault the shits impossible ! The protest that filled the table caused me to giggle before I waved goodbye and left their heated debate on how math was unnecessary. 8.52 % Chapter 27 Get 5 Menu enjoyed the last few days spending every afternoon with the girls Studying . I had informed my father the day we decided to do it just in case Ethan tried his crap with me again . I didnt want him constantly snooping , and with my father knowing I was going to be late everyday , it seemed to keep Ethan away . Emily ! David called out with a smile as he set his glasses on his desk and stood to his feet . I was wondering when you were going to stop by . Are you feeling better ? Guilt filled me for lying to him , but I pushed it aside , giving him a smile as I nodded . Yes , I am much better now thank you . I had missed his class because I had claimed to be sick , but the truth was I had been reeling with everything that was going on at home and didnt want to face going to school with my mind a mess . Thats wonderful . Oh , lets grab those papers . David turned from me , and made his way towards his desk , picking up a yellow packet that had been laying at the corner . I watched him hesitate for a moment before his eyes cast up towards me , and he took the steps to close distance slowly holding the package out . I added a few extra things in there for you as well to help with the upcoming exam . Oh- I was shocked at how kind he was , and as my eyes lifted to him again , I smiled . Thank you so much . I really do appreciate this , David . You dont have to constantly thank me , Emily . I dont just consider you a student , but also a friend . If you ever need anything from me all you have to do is ask . I felt like there was another meaning behind what he said , and as he stepped even closer towards me , I felt a wave of emotions that built up between the gap that still separated us . David- I whispered out softly . I appreciate your help . I had to change the subject and diffuse the situation . There was a chance David was misreading the situation with me , and I couldnt afford to have that happen . Yes , he was incredibly hot , and under any other 8.42 % pter 27 Get 5 > Menu circumstances I would have done a lot of naughty things with him , but he wasnt Ryan , Logan , Dylan or Ethan . Those were the only men I wanted . I really should be going . I replied softly as the tension between us became almost unbearable . I need to get home to work on all of this . Shifting from foot to foot , I turned from David , but not before he grabbed my upper arm stopping me in my tracks . Be careful out there , Emily . A girl like you shouldnt be alone . Something about the way he said what he had made me feel very vulnera ble at that moment . It was like his words were a warning , but also someth ing far more dangerous . Thank you . The words left my lips before I had a chance to think about saying anything else . I moved with a speed that surprised even me as I left his class , and headed out into the courtyard of the school . My heart raced within my chest and I wasnt sure why . As my hand lifted to touch the necklace Logan had given me , I considered taking it off just so I could try to reach out to him or Ryan . 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