CHAPTER 60: EMMA

It's the morning after that almost-kiss, and I'm trying to keep my mind off of it. I spent most of breakfast convincing myself that it didn't matter, that the tension between Liam and me wasn't going to change anything. But the way he defended me yesterday... It's hard to just ignore that.

I'm finishing up my coffee, trying not to think too hard about anything, when Liam suddenly appears at the doorway. There's something in his eyes that I can't quite read, but it makes my heart skip a beat.

"Emma," he says, his tone a bit softer than usual. "Come with me."

I look up at him, surprised. "Where are we going?"

He just gives me a small, almost mysterious smile. "Just sit back and relax. You'll see."

Curiosity piqued, and I followed him outside to the car. The morning sun is warm, and there's a light breeze that makes everything feel fresh. I try to keep my cool, but being around Liam has me all jittery inside. What's he up to?

He drives us through the estate, taking turns down familiar pa