Page 126 of The Jerk in Apartment 1B

“You know, it’s possible he could change his mind.”

“About what?”

“Being with you. He might just need more time to work through his grief.”

“No, he made it clear that Megan was the only girl he’d ever love.”

“He said that?”

“Well, no, but that’s what he meant. It was obvious when he told me about her.”

“But that could change. Just look at me. When I met Nash, I didn’t want anyone getting near me. I couldn’t imagine myself dating, let alone getting married.”

“I don’t see Scott changing his mind about us. Even if he wanted to date me again, his heart is with Megan. I don’t want to be with a guy who’s in love with someone else.”

“Loving her doesn’t mean he can’t love you too. How did he act when he came over to talk to you?”

“He seemed happy, and a little nervous, or maybe he was excited. I couldn’t tell.”

“And how did he seem when he left?”

“Like he was upset, probably because he forgot his meeting.”

“I think it was something else. Did anything happen before he rushed out of there?”

I pause a moment, reliving the scene in my head. “Oh, no.”

“What?”

“I think I was wearing my ring.”

“Your engagement ring?”

“Yeah, I wanted to put it on one last time before I had to give it back. Then Scott came to the door and I didn’t have a chance to take it off. He must’ve seen it. But why would that matter?”

“It wouldn’t, unless he was there to tell you he wanted you back.”

“He wouldn’t do that. He doesn’t want a relationship, and he knows I’ve been going out with Asher.”

“Going out and engaged are two separate things. If he saw that ring, he’d assume you were marrying Asher. He’d think it was too late to get you back.”

“That’s not what happened. I wish it was, but it’s not.”

“But what if it was? Wouldn’t you want to know? All I’m saying is that you should tell Scott you’re not engaged. See how he reacts.”

“I could, but it’s not going to make a difference.”

“Just do it. And then ask him what he wanted to talk to you about.”

“You’re being really bossy,” I joke.

“Let me know how it goes. Bye!”

She ends the call, like she expects me to do this now. I might as well. Then I can call Callie back and tell her she was wrong.

I go over to Scott’s apartment and knock on the door. Bridget answers.

See, Callie? You’re wrong. If Scott wanted me back, he wouldn’t have his ex-girlfriend at his apartment, answering his door.

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