Chapter 290 Last Minute Plans

Ella

The forest’s lingering scent still clung to me as I made my way back home. My feet moved over the familiar asphalt path, my mind still replaying the events of the day.

The feeling of freedom and serenity from my hike, followed by the shock of the attempted mugging and then the mysterious young man’s timely intervention, made for an interesting concoction of experiences that day. I was a bit roughed up after the experience, but also intrigued.

As I returned to the hustle and bustle of the city, the familiar sounds were almost a relief after my experience in the quiet woods. I imagined Moana scolding me for not bringing my pepper spray, and my father having a full-blown mental breakdown over it.

It was things like these that I decided to keep from my parents. Not because I wanted to hide anything, but because I didn’t want them to worry. If they knew about half of the dangerous things I dealt with in this city, they would be at my doorstep in an instant, demanding me to come home.

My phone buzzed in my pocket, breaking my reverie. I fumbled for it, flipping it open to see Logan’s name on the display. I hesitated, but then swiped to answer anyway.

“Ella, Logan’s voice greeted, sounding unusually hesitant. “Did you see my note?”

I sighed, shifting my handbag to my other shoulder. “Yes, considering the fact that it was right out on my kitchen counter. It was a bit hard to miss.”

“Well?” he asked, somewhat expectantly. “Are you still mad at me?”

waited for the light to change. All around me, the sound of cars and people filled my senses. Somewhere nearby, I could smell the

was never mad at you, Logan,” I muttered, stepping out into the

you certainly seemed mad

winced a bit at the mention, thinking back on. my encounter in the woods. “Okay, maybe I was a little mad,” I said. “Next time, when I tell

course.” Logan sounded remorseful. Genuinely remorseful. It was a little surprising. “Well, I’m

a bit. As I stepped into line for that food truck, I nodded, forgetting momentarily that he couldn’t see me from the other end of the

small chuckle

reason why you called me on a Saturday afternoon?” I asked, handing the vendor my cash

break this to you, but there’s an event tonight.

lingered in my memory, a potent

be like last time, promise.

could almost hear the smirk in his voice when he added, “Maybe you can grace everyone with those

of the two of us dancing in my living room made me cringe, although I couldn’t

treading on thin ice, Logan.” His chuckle deepened. “Sorry, I couldn’t resist. I swear, I only found out about

me to get ready for a major event in,” I checked my watch, “less than two

softened. “I’ll make it

of my word,” I muttered around a mouthful of empanada, already thinking about my wardrobe options for that evening.

the phone. “That’s a bit much to ask. You are supposed to be my girlfriend, after all. Fake

you later.” He

I replied, trying to sound stern but unable to keep the hint of a smile

“Yes?”

really did have an enjoyable night with you. last

a tense pause on his

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