Read Online He Loves Me Not: Lily’s Story, Book 1 by Christine Kersey - Free Book Online

up and walked towards the kitchen. “Is it in the trash in here? I'll get it out.”
    “No, no. I flushed it down the toilet.”
    She turned around. “Why'd you do that? Did you tell Trevor?”
    I shook my head again. “No. I haven't had a chance. But I'm not sure I want to tell him. It's too bizarre, don't you think?”
    “It is pretty weird,” she said as she came back into the living room. “No doubt about it. But I think you should tell him. Communication is very important in a relationship.”
    “I'll think about it.”
    Alyssa nodded. “Good. Look, I'd better get going. I have an assignment due in the morning.”
    I walked her to the door.
    “I didn’t mean to upset you,” she said. “I hope you know I’ll support you, no matter what.”
    I smiled warmly. “Thank you. And thanks for being my friend.”
    A short time after Alyssa left, I remembered an assignment I needed to complete. With my emotions in such turmoil, I'd forgotten all about the project. I went into my bedroom and pulled out my notebook, and after reviewing my notes, I set to work. Not stopping until I was done, I didn't realize how much time had passed. Glancing at the clock, I saw it was nearly nine o'clock.
    Michelle and Nicole should be home anytime. And if Trevor’s coming, it should be soon.
    At the thought, the doorbell sounded. I shoved my books aside and raced to the door, hoping it would be Trevor this time. It was.
    When I opened the door, his face lit up, and I went into his arms. The strength of his embrace brought a sense of security, and I didn't want him to ever let me go. He held me for several moments before finally pulling back.
    “That's a nice welcome,” he said as he smiled at me.
    Now that I’d declared my love for him, it seemed as if my love grew every time I was with him. The feeling was wonderful.
    “Come in,” I said as I led the way to the couch. “Are you tired? Can I get you some water or something?”
    “Water would be great. Thanks.”
    I hurried to the kitchen and poured him a large glass of ice water before bringing it back to him, then I snuggled against him as he drank nearly all of it.
    “I’m pretty tired, but at least I got paid tonight,” he said. “Now I can pay my share of the rent.”
    Soon after telling me he was homeless, he’d found a cheap apartment to share with some other men. I’d been relieved when he'd found a permanent place to stay.
    “So, Rob's keeping you pretty busy at his shop?” I asked, pulling away from him.
    “Where're you going?” he asked as he pulled me close to him again.
    I happily rested my head on his shoulder as he put his arm around me.
    “And yes, he is keeping me busy. But the busier I am, the more money I can make.”
    Just enjoying being near him, I didn’t respond.
    “You're quiet tonight.” He stroked my arm. “Is it getting past your bedtime?”
    I laughed softly. “No, it's not my bedtime for a while yet.” The conversation I'd had with Alyssa flooded my mind and I remembered my promise to consider telling him about the note.
    As I mentally composed the words I wanted to say, the whole note incident sounded silly, unimportant, almost childish. Was it something I really wanted to mention? I hesitated to bring it up.
    “Penny for your thoughts,” he said.
    “Nowadays, a penny won't cut it. It'll take at least a dollar.”
    “Okay then, a dollar for your thoughts.”
    I sat up straight again, determined to talk about my concerns. “Trevor, I found a note on the door today.”
    He turned his body to face me. “Okay. Who was it from?” A dark look came over him. “It was from Justin, wasn't it?”
    “No, no,” I answered quickly. “That's the problem. I don't know who it was from.”
    He seemed to relax. “What did it say?”
    I hesitated, feeling slightly foolish and embarrassed. “It said 'Maybe I didn't make myself clear. Stay away from Trevor or you'll be very, very sorry.'”
    “What?” He moved to the edge of the couch,