As soon as Delilah exits our row, Cory and I both turn to Joel. “Wow!” is all I can say. “I know.” He smiles, but it’s not his usual playful grin. “Why are you not together?” I ask, not even concerned with how that question might sound. It’s Joel. He’s not one to beat around the bush. “It’s a long story.” He sighs, and my heart breaks a little for him. “We have time,” Cory adds, and I can’t help but laugh. She’s already focused back on the game and has once again failed to pick up on the mood. “Maybe after the game?” I scrunch my nose because he looks so uncomfortable. “Maybe,” he mumbles
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