Page 65 of Tempted Hearts

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Back in my apartment, my fingers twitched thinking about what I would type out. I’d waffled for days on whether or not to do this, but today’s meeting sealed the deal.

I get how incredibly prestigious your position is. But it doesn’t sound like it makes you intensely happy. And no room for glimmers?

I replayed those words nearly as much as I replayed our kiss.

One life, Cole. That’s all you get. There are no do-overs.

I didn’t have to make big life decisions today. It was just a simple text to someone I connected with in Italy.

I picked up my phone.

Cole

Guess who?

Jules

Is this old Cole? Or new Cole?

Cole

Which one would you rather?

Jules

Is that even a question?

Cole

Wonder how I got your number?

Jules

I’m assuming Parker?

Cole

Smart girl.

Jules

So how’s the city treating you?

Cole

Treating me pretty well today. I was just officially offered tenure.

Jules

And how are you feeling about that?

Cole

Mixed feelings. How’s Cedar Falls? How’s the story going?

Jules

So… random question. Do you ever feel like your brain just refuses to cooperate at the worst possible time?

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