I never should’ve loaned him my lucky pencil. 

Like every female in high school I was captivated when he spoke to me. I had no idea that moment would cause irrevocable damage. 

 

Over two years later I’m face to face with Carey Slade again. This time I won’t get caught up in his good looks and oozing charm. I work three jobs and get straight A’s. I can’t afford to get distracted. Not again. 

Rowan and I have history. History I plan to take to the grave. 

My football career depends on me passing a class and Rowan is assigned as my tutor. I never thought I’d see her again after high school. She’s different from the girl I remember—confident, smokin’ hot, funny as hell. 

I’m the man responsible for ruining her life. 

If I have my way, she’ll never find out.