Page 113 of Escape to the Country

‘Maybe Tommy King can give you a celebrity endorsement,’ said Megan, grinning. ‘After all, he is your boyfriend now.’

‘Only on Twitter and only with the back of my head,’ said Eleanor, rolling her eyes. ‘It’s so embarrassing.’

‘I think it’s romantic,’ said Annie in a dreamy tone.

Eleanor bit her lip. ‘But what if he finds out what I used to do…’ Her voice trailed off as she thought about Lucas and what he had guessed.

‘Maybe you should tell Tom the truth,’ said Annie.

Eleanor shook her head. ‘He would hate me. And, I, er, really enjoy his company.’

Annie grinned. ‘I know you do. I’ve been watching the two of you together. Just be careful.’

Eleanor nodded but knew she could never tell Tom the whole truth. He would hate her and she didn’t want him to think of her that badly. She realised she really did want him to like her.