“Well I’m glad you liked it. Kids can be pretty fun to hang out with.”

“You were really good with them.”

“Thank you. My little niece keeps me in practice.” Harper is starting to feel a little awkward about saying goodbye for some reason.

Shane sits quietly for a moment not knowing what to say next. This all feels so new to her. She doesn’t do this. She doesn’t hang out with people other then her close group of friends. If it were one of them she would’ve thanked them for the ride and hopped out of the car. If this were some chick she picked up at a bar she’d have said nothing and just started making out with her the moment the car was in park. She doesn’t know how to do the in between.

“Sorry again about your head.” Shane says, her voice full of regret.

“Accidents happen, it’s ok. Don’t feel bad.” Harper notices that her palms are a little sweaty. She can’t believe she’s having such school girl crush reactions to Shane.

“I guess I should let you go.” Shane says sitting back properly in her seat, hoping Harper will say she doesn’t need to go.

“Yeah, it’s getting late.” Harper hopes Shane will invite her in for dinner or a drink.

Shane pauses, entertaining inviting Harper in for a drink or take out. For fear of rejection so says, “Yeah”, and opens her door.

Harper can’t help but feel a little disappointed, yet at the same time slightly relieved. “Have a good night Shane. Hope you aren’t too sore in the morning.” Harper smiles knowing full well she will be.

“Thanks you too. And watch your head. Don’t go banging it on any thing else.” She smiles and feels like a dork for saying that.

“I’ll be careful.” Harper says.

Shane shuts the door and leans on the open window sill. “Goodnight.”

“Goodnight.” Harper says putting the car in drive.

As she pulls away Shane gives a wave before turning to walk up her driveway. Harper’s mind begins racing. She thinks to herself ‘Is it just me? No, right. She likes me too. I think. It’s probably the thrill of the chase for her, that’s all. She’s used to giving a girl the eye and having her drop to her knees. She’s just a flirt, that’s all. That’s what this is. But God damn she’s ***** hot. Of course I have a little thing for her, how could I not? *****.’ Harper laughs at herself and shakes her head.