Chapter 4 I made a mistake

Chapter 3

Dakota's pov

I can't believe I let it go this far. I slept with a student now my job could be on the line if anyone found out. I didn't know what it was about Joy that I couldn't resist. We were both a little drunk and she just seemed so sad because of that asshole. I never planned on it going that far.

Now she is ignoring me, and I just don't know what to do. How could I let myself fall for her? Our ages aren't that different. She was eighteen and I was only twenty. I was in college playing ball when I had an accident that almost cost me my life and was told I could never play ball again.

So, when I was offered the assistant coach job here in Nebraska I had to take it, so I could still be a part of something I loved and missed so much. I did miss my home and family though. I gave up a lot to come here, but now everything I worked so hard to overcome may all be thrown away because of my recklessness. I was such a fool.

I know if that asshole boyfriend of hers finds out everyone will know. There was no way he could ever keep quiet about this. I have to talk to Joy and tell her no one can know about what happened between us. I only hope I can resist her when we finally do get to sit down and talk.

I was hard on Adam at practice today, but I just can't stand the guy. He doesn't ever take anything serious. I am waiting for him to screw up, so I can kick him off the team. I think we would be a lot better off without him. Luckily for me it won't take long for him to screw up. Guys like him always took everything they had for granted.

I decided to just try and call Joy. I dialed her number and waited for her to answer. She picked up and I froze not knowing what to say. Her voice alone was like music to my ears. I hated to admit it, but I was in love with her.

"Hello."

"Um hey Joy it's Dakota. I was wondering if we could meet up and talk."

"Okay sure where would you like to meet at?"

"Well I was wondering if you could come over to my place. I can't leave because I'm babysitting my nephew. Would that be ok? I don't want to have to drag him out anywhere."

"Sure, I will be there in a little bit. I'll see you soon."

I hung up the phone and was thankful that my nephew was here even though he was sleeping at the moment. Since he was only a few months old he woke up for a bottle every two hours it seemed like. So, we wouldn't be here alone together. I could handle this. I have to get this taken care of I can't lose my job. Not even twenty minutes later I heard a knock on my door.

"Hey Joy, thank you for coming over."

"No problem coach what did you want to talk about?"

It bothered me that she called me coach. She was being very formal with me which I didn't understand. After what we shared I'd think she would at least call me Dakota. I know she said she was getting back together with that jerk Adam, but I didn't think she would be this cold with me.

"Please sit down. Well as you know Valentine's Day I gave you a ride and we ended up coming back here and had dinner. What do you remember after that?"

"I remember us drinking a whole lot of wine and we must have passed out."

"That's all you remember?"

"Yes, why did something happen?"

"Um well I can't believe you don't remember."

"Dakota what happened please just tell me?"

Just as I was about to tell her my nephew cried out, so I hurried and went to get him. I came out and asked Joy if she would hold him, so I could make him a bottle and have a minute to think. She doesn't remember the night of my life.

I don't know if I should tell her or not. If she doesn't remember, then there really is no reason to tell her and put my job in jeopardy. My minds made up I just won't tell her and act as if nothing has happened. Even though I am dying to kiss and touch her right now.

I came back in with the bottle and she grabbed it from me and started to feed my nephew. She's very good with kids which just made her even sexier. I start wondering what it would be like to have a family with her. What am I thinking she's in high school I can't be thinking these thoughts? It was so wrong.

"So, Dakota what is it you needed to tell me?"

"Just that I'm sorry I got so drunk and we fell asleep next to each other. I shouldn't have done that after all you're a student and it was wrong."

"Oh, please we didn't do anything wrong. I may be a student, but I am of age and you're not my coach. Also, I count you as a friend so no worries. So, is your sister or brother going to be back soon to get this little one?"

"My sister and no she's in Iraq. She was called for active duty about a week ago, so I am looking after this little one until she gets back."

"Oh, wow I don't even know what to say that must be so hard. I bet she's going out of her mind being away from him."

"Yea she didn't want to go, but she had to. I don't mind taking care of him at all it's just hard with practices and finding someone trustworthy to watch him."

"I could watch him since our practices has been moved to a different day. Since you know we are to much of a distraction for the football players."

"Yea sorry about that, and you would really watch him?"

"No worries and of course I could even watch him here since all his stuff is here it would be easier."

"That would be great. Do you think you could start tomorrow after school?"

"Sure, I will see you tomorrow, and Dakota thank you for Valentine's day."

She handed me my nephew and I walked her to the door. She gave me a quick hug then left. I couldn't believe this. I was supposed to be distancing myself from her instead I'll be spending more time with her now that she will be here babysitting my nephew. What did I get myself into? I can stay professional she's just a student like everyone else. I can do this.