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“I promise.”

“Okay.” He lifted his pen back up for his crossword puzzle. “Other than that, he seems like a good enough kid. Just make sure you have a few of those things I gave you on you at all times. Just in case.”

I was pretty sure my face was redder than it had ever been. Thank God he hadn’t brought up the condoms when Felix was here. I had wanted to ask if Matt was my half-brother. But now that my uncle had basically just mentioned sex, I didn’t know how to bring Matt up without sounding weird. And honestly, it didn’t matter. I’d never tell a soul that he kissed me. And our kiss was certainly a one-time thing. If we were related? It was best if I never knew.

“I’m going to go do some homework.”

“Alright, kiddo.” He didn’t look back up.

I went to my room, sat on the edge of my bed, and pulled out the note that was tucked into my blazer pocket.Please, tell me I’m not too late.

My fingertips touched my lips, remembering how being kissed felt. Like my whole body was on fire. And the sound of Matt groaning? I swallowed hard and dropped my fingers from my lips.

My mom had once sat in this same bedroom when she was pregnant with me. And even though she wanted me, I knew I was a mistake. A mistake she probably brooded over. I didn’t need any time to brood over what happened today. That kiss was a mistake. And I would never. Ever. Kiss Matthew Caldwell again.

Untouchable - Chapter 17

Saturday

My elbow hit one of the walls of the bathroom stall and I cursed under my breath. I doubted Kennedy would let me leave here in my catering attire. So I’d brought a change of clothes to ensure she wouldn’t dress me again. I didn’t want to repeat anything that had happened at the last party.

Tonight would be different though. I was wearing a comfortable sundress instead of a slutty miniskirt. And I was going to stay clear of punch, even if it was delicious. I was not going to get drunk again. Or make a fool of myself. I remembered touching Matt’s face like he was make-believe. I had picture evidence to prove it.

I pulled on my brown riding boots and shoved my other clothes into my backpack. When I walked out of the bathroom stall Kennedy was applying lipstick.

She smacked her lips together before turning to me. “You ready?”

As ready as I’d ever be to face another party. My first one had been such a disaster that my stomach had been upset all day just thinking about it. I nodded my head.

“This is going to be so much fun. The three amigas at it again!”

We made our way out the back entrance of the hotel and toward the main street. “Are you sure you’re okay with all this?” I asked.“You’ve been acting really weird ever since I told you I liked Felix.”

“Psh. What? No.” She laughed. “I mean yes, I’m sure I’m okay. We’re going to have so much fun tonight. Oh, I almost forgot.” She pulled out her camera and held it out in front of us. “Smile!” She pressed her cheek against mine and snapped the picture.

A car pulled up in front of us. The door opened and Felix leaned out. “Hey.” He was all smiles and his energy was contagious. All my worries about the party suddenly vanished. What was the worst that could happen when he was by my side?

“Hey!” Kennedy said. She climbed in before me, sliding into the middle seat next to Felix.

I sat down next to her and shut the door behind me.

“How was work?” Felix asked.

“Great,” Kennedy said. “Neither of us dropped anything and we didn’t run into anyone from school. So it was a win.”

He laughed.

“I need another picture.” She held out the camera and I moved closer.

“Don’t be shy,” Kennedy said to Felix. “You have to get closer to be in the frame. Here.” She threw her free arm around his shoulders, pulling him in. “The three amigas!” she shouted.

Was she already drunk?

Felix leaned forward so he could see me around Kennedy. “I like your dress,” he said. “And the boots.”

I smiled. “Thank you.”

“Excited for the party?”