Chapter 3

"Do as I say not as I do." He said with finality. "Oh, and one last thing; I stand firm one what I told you when you were 15. Don't ever bring a girl into this house unless you know you're going to spend the rest of your life with her." Troy's POV I tugged at my roots with frustration as the dial tone rang in my ear. "C'mon, please pick up." I muttered to myself, glancing around the deserted library to make sure I was still the only one within hearing vicinity. No way I wanted anyone to hear the conversation I was about to have. "Hi, pumpkin." My mom's soothing voice flowed through the receiver, instantly quelling my nerves. I'd never admit it, but I've always been a momma's boy. "Hi Mom." I replied before she would think it was just an accidental butt dial and hung up on me. "What's going on, sweetheart?" She asked with concern. She's always been able to tell when I'm in one of my moods. I think it's just a