Chapter 562

• “I’m lost. I don’t get you?” I sit back, trying to analyze her face. Trying to put myself inside Leila’s head and failing. The girl has as many complicated walls and levels as I used to have.
• “He didn’t exactly push her off the way Jake would for you. No, beat it or fuck off. He just stood there watching her gyrating at him with her hands on his chest. Then it hit me. He would’ve totally fucked her if I weren't there.” She brings a red-rimmed set of heartbroken eyes to me, and I sigh. I know how soul-destroying that kind of insecurity can be. Hunter probably wasn’t even aware of the effect his indifference to the girl had on Leila.
• “I know he wouldn’t have. You’re not giving him a chance, Leila. You’re so sure he will disappoint you and hurt you that you’re looking for fault. Looking to push him away.” I take her hand in mine, trying for maturity and directness. Sarah can be the soft one. I need Leila to see sense.