True Connection (The Soul Mate Series) Read Free Page B

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                  I turn in my seat and openly stare at him.
    He knows my name.
    Oh God, he knows my freaking name.
                  He smiles, “I didn’t mean to startle you. My name is Seth. I’ve been hearing your name a lot today.” Crap. It’s probably my runaway act or because of the argument with Derik before lunch.
    He has a gorgeous smile, and I find myself smiling back at him.
    What else am I supposed to do?
    The green of his eyes is so beautiful, incredible even. It’s like I’m hypnotized by them. I can’t seem to look away. I just hope I remember to breathe.
                  “What class do you have next?” he asks me.
                  “Uhh…” Damn! Why didn’t I take the time to memorize my schedule?
                  “She’s got study hall with Mrs. Kling,” Skeeter answers for me and breaks the spell. I look at her with surprise written all over my face. “Sweetie, your schedule is in your hand, and close your mouth. You don’t wanna drool,” she whispers before walking over to the group of kids standing by the door, leaving me with Mr. Brain-Freeze-Inducer, himself.
                  “Could I walk you to class? I have study hall with Mrs. Kling too.”
    Think Jazzy…work your puddle-brain and your mouth to form a sentence already!
                  “Yeah, su-su-sure.” Oh my God! I can’t believe I actually stuttered.
    When the bell rings, he points me in the correct direction to get to our class.
                  “So, how do you like it here so far?”
                  “It’s um…great?” That really came out sounding like a question.
    I’m pretty sure my cheeks are going to be stained red for eternity.
    He laughs at my answer. “That good, huh? Well I have to say, Derik Little isn’t the best person to bring out the welcome wagon. Good thing you stopped his advances.”
    He heard about that. My face is probably plaid by now.
    My foot catches on something and I lose my balance and start falling. I close my eyes just as my arm starts tingling.
    “Woah, there,” Seth says.
    He caught my arm and stopped me from falling.
    “Thank you.” I smile to him.
    I didn’t think it was possible, but I feel my cheeks get redder.
    I turn to see what I tripped on and a short little redhead is glaring at me. I recognize her from the volleyball team. Pretty sure she was the one that tried to use her face to block my spike.
    I smile at the memory and to her. She huffs and walks away.
    Seth removes his hand from my arm.
    My smile falls and my mood plummets again.
    Weird. I feel just like I have been feeling all day.
    I shiver and cross my arms over my chest. I was just truly happy. Something I haven’t actually felt in months now.
    Henry suddenly storms over to us. He takes in my stance and I’m sure, the confused look on my face, and glares at Seth.
                  Seth holds out his hand to shake. “Hey man, I’m Seth.”
    Henry glances at his hand, then looks back up to his face. “I’m Henry, and I’m getting sick of punks messin’ with my sister.” I stare at him horrified, and he grabs my arm and starts pulling me towards my class. “Let’s get you to class Jazzy.”
                  “Henry, I’m fine, just embarrassed.” I try shaking him off me. “Some girl tripped me and Seth caught me,” I whisper harshly. I wish he could read my mind so he can see that Seth isn’t being rude.
                  “Just lookin’ out for ya, Jazzy. I’m a little on edge since lunch.” He shrugs one shoulder. I know he thinks he’s being a good big brother, but he’s really embarrassing me.
                  “I know,” I sigh.
    “Okay.” He grins. “See ya at the car, Jazzy!” He calls over his shoulder as he walks away again.
                  I smile apologetically at Seth and he returns a smile of his