"Put a shirt on." Toni's voice sounded irritated. My mood changed instantly. Why was he here too?
"Right away, sir." I mocked.
"Can we come in?" Ember's head peaked around from behind Toni.
She looked so cute behind him. Her jewel-like eyes held a little twinkle as she looked at me. I saw her stare at my abs and work her way up to my mouth. She didn't look into my eyes. She doesn't look into my eyes much. It kind of hurts that she won't, but I understand it. Maybe one day she won't be so scared. Maybe one day I'll regain that trust.
"Come on in." I stepped aside letting them both in.
I went to my room and grabbed my large white hoodie, putting it on quickly. She and Toni had sat themselves on the barstools at my kitchen counter. Ember was pulling out 3 books with older leather bo
