Goddess Secret by M. W. Muse Read Free Book Online

Adin’s eyes. “I understand why you don’t want to find out what you can about Venus from her, but do you mind if I tell you the things that I find out?”
    Adin turned the rest of his body in her direction and put his arms around her, playing with her hair. “I don’t mind. I want you to come to me about everything,” he whispered in her ear.
    She squeezed Adin close to her before releasing him. “So, how was everything else?”
    “Well, orientation was helpful.” He glanced at her, she guessed it was to make sure didn’t get upset about him mentioning that horrible week that changed things for them. “I didn’t get lost,” he quickly finished.
    “That’s good,” she said without any distress.
    “Zach and I have a class together.” Adin’s eyebrows furrowed when he mentioned Zach’s name.
    “What was that look for?”
    “Hmm?” He glanced at her with his eyebrows raised.
    “You looked like you were thinking about something when you mentioned Zach.”
    “I’m not so sure about him.”
    “What do you mean?”
    “Don’t say anything to Calli, but it seemed like he was being a little flirtatious with the ladies in our class.”
    “Flirtatious how?”
    “I don’t know. It’s not like he was being too forward. But he did things like compliment them on their clothes, touched their shoulders when he talked to them, and did other small things.” Adin shrugged. “Maybe that’s just how he is. I’ve never been around him without you and Calli there. I just know that I wouldn’t act like that, so it seemed odd that he did.”
    “Maybe he’s just a flirtatious person. This is the south.” She smiled. “But if not, I wouldn’t be too worried about it. Calli told me the other day that she felt like their relationship had stalled.”
    “Well, maybe you should tell her then. If she feels like they’ve stalled, Zach may feel that way too. In which case, he could be on the prowl for someone new.”
    “Yeah, I should probably tell her.” No probably about it. She was going to tell Calli anyway, but she wasn’t going to tell Adin this. Calli was her best friend. If her boyfriend was eyeing new merchandise, then of course she’d rat him out. “Did you decide if you’re going to pledge to a fraternity?”
    “No, not yet. I think it’d be fun, but I’m worried it’d mean more time away from you.”
    “Don’t be silly. I’m up for college parties.” She laughed.
    “Well, it’s not all fun and games. I think they all do things for the community, sponsor charities, and host other functions. It’s a lot to consider since I’m still getting used to college life.”
    “That’s true, but I’m sure they’d help you with that.”
    “This is rush week, so we’ll see.”
    She looked at Adin and gave a half-smile. Her skin tingled and heart melted just a little bit more. It was time to make amends. “I’m sorry I told River about Venus. I didn’t really think about things from your perspective and I should have.”
    “I’m sorry that I got angry with you about that. I know he’s your friend.” Adin looked up at the ceiling and sighed. Then he looked back into her eyes. “I just wish he wasn’t.”
    “I know,” she whispered. “I’m sorry about that too.”
    Adin stroked her cheek and leaned his forehead against hers. “I don’t like being angry with you. It doesn’t feel natural.”
    “I don’t like it either.” She reached up and caressed his face between her hands.
    “I’m so sorry that I yelled at you. No matter how mad I was, I had no right to raise my voice.”
    “It’s healthy to fight every now and then.” She smiled, but he couldn’t have seen in. His eyes were closed. “It means we get to make up.”
    Adin put his other hand on her face, so now he was holding her between his hands, just like she was doing to him. “Making up sounds nice.”
    Adin gently nudged his lips against hers to coax them to part.
    Oh, they did.
    He brushed his lips along hers,