Read Online Beyond the Cherry Trees: The Cook Brothers Series by Heather D'Agostino - Free Book Online

“You,” I pointed.
    “What?” He turned to face me more as his eyes scanned me trying to figure out what was so funny.
    “I don’t feel so bad anymore,” I sighed as I tried to control the laughter. I reached up and ruffled his messy hair as he rolled his eyes and slumped back into the seat.
    “Very funny,” he groaned. “At least I’m dressed,” he muttered as my eyes dropped to scan my attire.
    “I’m wearing sweats. How is that not dressed?” My brows furrowed as I jerked my head in confusion.
    “This is not appropriate attire for a cold ass day like this.” He picked at the sleeve of my coat before reaching for his seatbelt. “Better put this on in case you decide to kill us with your stellar driving,” he mumbled.
    “Excuse me?” I scoffed. I knew he was kidding, that was just Tyler, but I was ready to kick his ass out of the car before we even started moving. “What kinda shoes are you wearing?” I leaned to the side as if I was trying to see his feet.
    “Why?” He glanced at me skeptically.
    “I just want to make sure they’re good for walking seeing as you’re getting ready to be on foot again.” I tipped my head as I turned to face him.
    “Sorry,” he rolled his eyes. “Can we go now? I was hoping to get breakfast before heading back home.”
    “No more cracks about my driving. I saved your ass.” I narrowed my gaze as I sucked in a deep breath and put the car in drive. What the hell was I doing in a car with Tyler Cook? It felt weird but in a good way. When I had woken up this morning in my depressed state, I’d never thought that things would go in this direction. I knew he was back, but I had planned to avoid him. I didn’t think things could be so easy for us. We used to be like this, but once we left this town, we both changed. We grew up and somewhat apart. It felt odd being back. It was almost as if we’d skipped over the last two years and were picking up right where we left off.
     
     

     
    I COULDN’T HELP but stare at her as she sat there all flustered. Her eyes would dart to the side every few seconds as she tried to catch small glimpses of me. She thought she was being all secretive, but I knew better. I caught her every time, and every time she’d blush. “Is there something you want to ask me?” I tipped my head toward her, sliding my bent knee into the seat as I turned in her direction.
    “No,” she shook her head. “Why?” The words were so quiet that I almost didn’t hear her.
    “You keep looking at me. You need to watch the road,” I grumbled as I ran a hand through my messy hair.
    Her foot left the gas and began slowing us as she pumped the brakes. As soon as the car came to a complete stop, she turned to face me with anger rolling across her face. “Do you want to drive?” she growled. I knew this look. This was the ‘I’m pissed at you, and you better shut up’ look.
    “Something wrong?” I smirked as I crossed my arms over my chest.
    “Do. You. Want. To. Drive?” She narrowed her eyes on me as her face reddened. “Because if you don’t, I suggest you shut the fuck up!” she hissed. “I’m doing you a favor Ty. Stop pushing me!”
    “Or what?” I taunted.
    “Or I’ll,” she sputtered as she began frantically looking around. When both of us realized that she’d stopped on the edge of town, a small smile pulled at her lips. “I’ll make you get out.”
    “That’s fine,” I shrugged. “It’s only a few blocks.” I turned toward the door and began to tug it open slowly.
    “Oh for heaven’s sake,” she sighed as she tipped her head back and closed her eyes. Her foot pressed back on the gas causing my door to shut as she slowly made the rest of the drive into town. “You haven’t changed at all,” she muttered. “Still a stubborn ass with a need to tease and taunt me,” she murmured under her breath.
    When we stopped in front of Cook’s Hardware, I couldn’t help but feel slightly sad. I was going to get out of the