Chapter 349

Cody Phillips spotted her from the rearview mirror and quickly got out to open the door. With a glance, he signaled James Bennett that his mood wasn’t great. Maria Lewis nodded, slid into the seat next to him, linked her arm through his, and leaned in, eyes shut, obviously exhausted. James had been feeling jealous earlier, but seeing her like this, all the sourness instantly vanished. He adjusted his posture, letting her rest more comfortably. “I’m done with David Spencer, really done. From now on, we’re just friends. I don’t think I’ve ever really talked to you about him. He was the heartthrob in our high school, and yeah, I had a huge crush on him back then, but I never dared say it out loud. Later, I found out he liked me too but didn’t confess either, and that’s how we missed each other. After falling for you, I’ve never once regretted that.” She kept going, a bit lost in her own thoughts. “Back in school, I was super quiet and had no confidence. Except for Zoey Young, the only thi