Partial Truths

Avery

"What are you thinking about?" he asked, breaking the comfortable silence.

A dozen answers flashed through my mind. Who called you earlier? Why did you say Vivian's name that night? What happens when our year is up?

Instead, I said, "Just wondering if I can walk tomorrow after what you did to me."

"If not, I'll carry you."

"Into the office? That would start some rumors."

"Let them talk." His