Total pages in book: 164
Estimated words: 152931 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 765(@200wpm)___ 612(@250wpm)___ 510(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 152931 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 765(@200wpm)___ 612(@250wpm)___ 510(@300wpm)
When he pushed open the exit door, a gust of wind hit, sending a shiver through his body. The weather forecast had called for storms, but he hadn’t anticipated the large drop in temperature. Slightly unusual for March. The smell of rain floated in the air as he hightailed it toward his car, his scattered thoughts shifting all around as he jogged across the quiet parking lot.
Interestingly enough, his half-aroused dick, the one he’d sported all night long had finally relented. Levi adjusted himself as he got behind the wheel of his car and started the engine. He definitely didn’t have the mind over matter concept down with his body. It was like his dick was on the lookout tonight, ready and waiting for Thane to pop up and surprise him. No matter how much he tried to explain to his overly excited friend that Thane was gone, more than likely never to be heard from again, his cock wouldn’t listen.
He figured that would eventually work itself out. Before he pulled out of his parking space, Levi grabbed a pair of earbuds his brother left behind. He opened his phone to play some music and noticed a waiting message from Nathaniel. As the car sat idling, he hurriedly opened and read the message.
“I managed to speak with the associate over housing. I wasn’t prepared for how easy that process was, but I’ve got verbal confirmation that you’ve been slotted for a two-bedroom on-campus apartment for the fall. When it gets closer, they’ll reach out to you for specific details, but for now, you’re set.”
No way! That little piece of news perked Levi right up. He sat there, closed his eyes, and let the happiness flood his heart. Their goals were seriously within reach. After a second of allowing himself to absorb the unexpected good news, he replied to Nathaniel, typing the words from his heart.
“I can’t thank you enough. Medical school has always been my dream. Since my father died, I’ve been playing with the idea of quitting school and getting a real job to better help my brothers, but you’ve stepped in to help me achieve my dreams. I can’t thank you enough. Should I contact them now?”
Levi pushed send as big water droplets began to hit his windshield. He flipped on the windshield wiper then lowered the gearshift, pulling out of the parking space as his phone vibrated in the cubby. He glanced over to see a new return message. Once he got to the red street light, Levi picked up the phone and read Nathaniel’s messages.
“I’m glad to hear back from you. Levi, I’m very sorry for your circumstance. I’m absolutely certain the school offers more programs to help you. There’s no need to give up your dreams, not ever. I’ll relay all this to the associate of student affairs. If you think of anything else, please message me.
“Also, it seems I’m not too much older than you. Probably not the best mentor I know, but I’d like to be a friend and confidant. If you need a sounding board, I’m here. Actually, I’d really like to be here for you.”
The light turned green. Levi looked all around, saw no other cars in sight, and sat there, letting the car idle at the intersection as he typed back.
“I’m sorry if I woke you. I didn’t factor in the time before texting. I’m in San Diego, and I have a couple of jobs. This one is waiting tables at a bar. I just got off. I’m driving right now. I’m about ten minutes from home, but I could honestly use a friend. My life’s spinning right now. I’m in situations I wouldn’t normally put myself in. I appreciate the offer.”
He pushed send and started driving, ignoring the chirp until he pulled into his driveway. He hurriedly grabbed his phone and jumped out of the car, running as fast as he could toward the covered porch. The driving rain made it impossible to be anything but soaked through even in such a short distance. It took a second to unlock all the locks and deadbolts on the front door. He entered to a silent house; the kitchen light had been left on. There was a covered plate on the table he assumed Linda had left for him. As quietly as possible, he warmed the meal while checking his messages.
“No apology necessary. Drive. If you can’t go to sleep when you get home, message me. I’m up. It’s almost morning here. To get the friendship ball rolling, how’d you wind up in Maryland from California?”
Levi leaned against the counter, letting out a long yawn. He was tired. It wouldn’t take much to fall asleep. He started typing, even ignoring the ding of the microwave as he drafted his message.
“Johns Hopkins offered me the most scholarship money. I had to take some time off before starting my undergrad when my dad first got sick. He was in remission for a few years before I decided it was okay to go that far away from home. Maryland’s like a different world from California. It has seasons. I wasn’t there long, but I like that part of the world. California’s great, but can be very pretentious. I didn’t experience that same attitude in Maryland. Are you from around there? How’d you wind up at Johns Hopkins?”