When You Least Expect It

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My eyes open just as the sun starts to peak around the dark curtains in Katie's room. I am uncomfortably warm, though I can't quite figure out why at first. As I start to stretch out, I understand why, Katie is draped over me radiating heat. Shit. As carefully as I can, I try to peel her off of me to make my escape.

I'm almost free, I scoot towards the edge of the bed to get out from under her arm, I fail. She scoots closer and tightens her grip on my side. When I look over at her she's got one eye open squinting at me. "Where are you going?"

"I was trying to make my getaway from the space heater in this bed." I relax back onto the pillow and she throws her leg back over me.

"Ugh I know. I screwed up and got sunburnt yesterday. But you're so comfortable don't go."

"You're making me sweat girl. Hell, I needed a shower before I climbed off in your bed, I'm sure I smell real good now." I chuckle, "Sorry about that. I didn't know you were coming back today."

She inhales, "Mmm, I don't think you stink Derek. You smell manly and delicious. Don't apologize for leaving your man scent in my bed. And we technically were supposed to come back tonight but it started raining so there really wasn't any reason to stay."

"I see, well that blows. Seriously though, if you want me to, I'll wash your sheets and stuff for you. I came up here after a sweaty run to give Riley and Jason some privacy, I just didn't feel like getting in the shower."

"No, for real. I think you smell amazing, is that weird? If you weren't with Whitney, I'd probably have my hand in your pants."

A laugh escapes, "I'm not sure I even want to tell you but I'm not with Whitney. You're not going to molest me now are you?"

"Not yet," she laughs. Scooting back, she props her head in her hand, "What happened there?"

"Sparing you all the bullshit that went on, long story short she cheated on me a couple of times."

Her face falls, "Aw, Derek. I'm sorry. That really sucks. You're too good for her anyway."

"Huh," I blow out a breath, "Apparently not. It is what it is though, I'll live."

"If it'll make you feel better, I can molest you." She grins.

Poking her nose, I laugh, "You're a mess. I appreciate the offer but I think I'll pass for now. Ask me again later though, I may change my mind."

"Ugh fine." She sighs dramatically, smiling, "I'm just teasing. But I will definitely remind you though."

As I go to get up, she whines again, "It's way too early for you to get up, I promise to keep my hands to myself."

A groan comes from Lacie's side of the room, "Oh my gosh, I don't care what either of you do as long as you shut the hell up!" She flops over onto her stomach pulling a pillow over her head.

Katie giggles, "Sorry Lace." She arches her eyebrows at me questioningly.

"Fine." I mouth at her sinking back down in defeat.

She does a little victory wiggle and snuggles back into me with her head resting on my arm. I can't help but chuckle. I missed hanging out with her, although I can see where Whitney might've been a little uncomfortable with our relationship. Then again, Whitney did more than sleep with not one, but two guys, at the same time, so maybe her opinion doesn't count. Regardless, I have missed having this back and forth with Katie. Maybe this whole cheating situation wasn't the worst thing that could've happened.

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Spring Break is winding to a close and the house is becoming busier everyday as everyone gets ready to head back to classes tomorrow. I for one am glad the break is nearly over. I need the distraction. I mean I get that the whole Whitney situation has its benefits, for example I can hang out with my friends without being accused of anything, but I still hate that our relationship failed, and it only took a month. That was never my intention. I haven't responded to any of her messages but I know we're bound to run into one another this week. I'm sure that's going to go over well.