Just a Minute Longer

by cocoalvin

She saw him every day. He appreciated her every day. Would shy glances and the odd smile be enough to take them where they were going? Bella & Edward. Told in 100 word drabbles for the April Drabble War.

70. Chapter 70

~70~~

"Ditch"

What did he say?

"Bella, spend the day with me. Play hooky."

Bella looked closely at Edward, trying to find any shred of humor in his words—there was none. He was absolutely serious.

"Edward, I can't… we can't do that."

"We can, Bella. Call your friend—Jasper, isn't it? He'll cover for you." Bella knew he would if she asked.

Edward had taken her hands in his, and was leaning forward, pleading with her to spend the day with him.

"You might lose your job."

"No," he replied. "I own part of the company. They can't fire me."

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Thanks for reading.

There may not be many updates tomorrow (Wednesday my time). It is a public holiday in Australia and I will be very busy transporting my son around to various events. I'll do my best to get back to it and wrap this up ASAP.

Disclaimer: SM owns. My only claim is to this plot.