After class ended, Jason jumped up. “Sorry I got you in trouble.”
“It’s not your fault Ms. Campbell has bat hearing.”
Jason looked startled and then recovered. “You like the Batman?” he said, his face full of awe.
“What’s there not to like?”
“I know, right.” A broad smile broke across his face. “So are you really considering going to the party with me?” He cast his eyes to the ground.
“As friends,” I added, figuring I should get it out of the way, just in case.
“Yeah, of course,” he said, but I could tell he was hoping it was going to be a bit more than a friendies type date.
“I have to check with my mom but I’ll let you know, kay?”
“Sounds good.”
“Kay. Call you later.”
“I’ll be waiting.” He walked away and I caught him pulling back his arm and foot. “Yes!” he said and then he took off down the hall.
I wished I felt as excited about going out as he did.