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The same night I almost slept with her…

It would destroy her.

And honestly? I don’t know if she’d ever forgive me for it.

I’m not even sure I’d deserve forgiveness if she tried.

Chapter Twenty-Six

Caleb

Pulling up outside my house, I park the car and glance at the clock on the dashboard—just after three in the morning.

Indi should be finishing work any minute now.

Grabbing my cell, I quickly type out a message.

Me: Hey baby. Just got home. Would love some company if you’re up to it? Come over when you’re done?

I hit send, then hurry inside, escaping the freezing early-morning air. The second I shut the front door behind me, my phone buzzes again. Smiling already, I pull it up.

Indi: Sure babe, I’m leaving the hospital now. I’ll be there soon. Hope the after-party wasn’t a complete dive and that’s why you’re home early. Chat when I get there. See you in a bit. xoxo

The tension that’s been sitting in my chest since seeing Sasha tonight eases slightly. Honestly, I think I just need Indi close to me right now. Sasha completely unsettled me, and the more I think about her behavior tonight, the more I wonder whether I should tell Indi everything before Sasha somehow gets to her first.

Because something about Sasha feels… off.

I slept with her once.

Saw her twice afterward.

Three times now, including tonight.

And somehow she’s acting like we’ve got some ongoing arrangement behind Indi’s back.

Which we absolutely fucking don’t.

I’d never do that to Indi.

Honestly, I think Sasha might have a screw loose, and from now on, I’m going to avoid her completely.

Nothing, and nobody, is worth risking what I have with Indi.

Typing another quick message while walking toward the living room, I hit send.

Me: Yeah, the party wasn’t much. I’ll be on the couch waiting. Then maybe we can shower before bed if you want?

Almost immediately, my phone vibrates again.

Indi: Sounds perfect to me. Be there in ten. xoxo

Me: Drive safe. It’s freezing out. xo

Smiling tiredly, I toss my cell onto the coffee table and sink back into the couch.

God, I’m exhausted.

The adrenaline from the concert has finally started wearing off, leaving my body heavy and drained. But the thought of showering with Indi before curling up in bed together sounds like absolute heaven right now.