Bodyguard: Ace Cain

|20| You're So Smitten

|You're So Smitten|

Despite our tardiness, we arrived at class without any problems. As usual, Tana saved my seat and grinned sexily at me. Her thoughts wandered to unimaginable places. She had been pressuring me to initiate contact. Although it did occur, the outcome wasn't what either of us had anticipated. We were both raising our expectations unnecessarily. I would never have enough bravery to tell him how I felt, and Ace will never give up. I was so out of touch with my emotions. Emotions could be so complex that it was difficult to understand.

The other students in the class already adored him. It was unbelievable to think that everyone used to detest him. They were now enamored with him and his teaching style. It was hard to not want to come here because of how much fun and energy he brought. Mrs. Petula could never have people participating in discussions the way Ace did. I found it fascinating to watch—and not just because I couldn't take my eyes off of him. Although Jake was not exactly a walk in the park, he was the only one who was not impressed.

In any case, the class was about to end, and I quickly skated away from Ace. After a few more classes, Tana and I would be able to catch up over lunch. She never made this simple, even though I have been waiting for hours to speak with her about it. Especially considering how strongly she had been implying that I like Ace. I was unable to say that she was incorrect, which was the worst part.

"As it happens, you are wearing his sweater right now." She purred.

My eyes rolled. "Just because it was simple to pick up and go," I explained. It still had that familiar scent of him.

She gave a head shake. "Reign, admit it—you have feelings for someone who also happens to be your bodyguard." She spoke as though it wasn't a major concern.

My cheeks flushed. "Shut up, I don't like him," I said.

She chuckled while maintaining her position. "You're so smitten it's ridiculous."

She was right when she said that. Perhaps I was in love and just couldn't admit it. Ace would never in a million years want someone like me. A high school senior who didn't have much life experience. He could pursue someone more in line with his way of life. All I was is a girl that my father had hired him to watch out for. It didn't help that I was a little put off by the conversation I overheard. Could I handle it if I discovered what Ace was hiding?

"Whatever happens, it definitely won't lead to us dating. It's not possible." I was completely insecure.

Tana detested that. "Why not? You are curvaceous and gorgeous, and you don't necessarily need him." She complimented. "So, what's the hold-up?"

I licked my lips before telling her. "You recall the two individuals from the exhibition?" She nodded in response to my question. "The other night, my father hired them for extra protection."

Her jaw fell. "Seriously? Has he asked you at all?"

I shook my head. "But that's not the bad part. I think I heard them conversing."

Ace could be anywhere, so I tone down my voice. Although he had been good at maintaining his distance, I know he was observing. I didn't want him to hear what we were talking about if he was nearby. I wanted to know what that conversation meant, and I wanted him to tell me. Maybe I was overthinking things and it might be nothing. Still, I rather not wait to be surprised while doing nothing.

She leaned in closer, her eyes scanning the area. "What? When? Is it anything bad?"

"When Ace forced me to change my shirt this morning." I clarified. "They were quite—"

"Wait a second, Ace forced you to change into new clothes?" She grinned as though she now knew all the solutions.

I let out a frustrated groan. "Will you just concentrate here?" I implored.