Unexpected Partner

"Don't you still have a competition? Why did you come all the way to pick me up?"

Stella and Nolan walked side by side.

Since he had a competition in town, she wouldn't miss it.

An innocent smile spread across his bashful face. "We're close friends. Can't I come to pick you up?"

His eyes blinked under his bangs, which accentuated his prince-like demeanor.

Stella was happy to hear him call her a cl