“Good practice everyone,” the Director announced. “I think we are ready for our next performance, despite a few hiccups.”
His gaze settled on the habitually late clarinet-player. She had enough sense to blush at being singled out, but she wasn’t truly remorseful. Caden didn’t pay either of them much mind as he took out the ticket he purchased prior to practice.
Jude informed him their grandfather purchased reserved season tickets for the entire family. They wouldn’t miss any of his performances, but there was only one person he really wanted to be there. Yet, the moment of their last encounter left him confused. Dinner had been everything he hoped.
The food was good and Alexis seemed genuinely happy with his efforts to impress. They talked about their families and caught up, avoiding
