I still couldn't believe that Jace went through all that trouble for my gift. He got me an autographed copy. It was too much. Initially, when I asked him to bring me back, something I was joking. I had no idea that he would take it seriously and go to so much trouble. Thinking about it made me feel giddy. He was indeed the best friend I could ask for. I placed the book neatly in my secret compartment in luggage. As it was the best thing, I've ever gotten in years. Shanon gave me a bouquet last year for my birthday. The bar was low. And if he keeps on doing these things, it's impossible not to develop feelings for him. I was trying to appear unaffected and nonchalant, but it's impossible. With a sigh, I shifted in my seat only to notice that Jace was gone. It was so sudden. He looked