After breakfast, Ethan tried to help Scarlett get to class again. She refused, as usual, but he never seemed to take it personally. His persistence left her feeling both helpless and slightly annoyed.
She wanted to be mad, but how could she? He was just being kind, and it would be rude to get mad at someone who's always there for you.
She thought about thanking him-but the words stuck in her throat. It just felt... awkward. She was perfectly capable of handling her own life, and these little daily things? She didn't need help with them.
Honestly, Mr. Johnson was kind of confusing. He was gentle, but sometimes a little pushy too. A guy full of contradictions.
A month in, Scarlett had slowly adapted to the rhythm of having him around. Even though she didn't need the help, she h
