Me
I regret nothing. What are you doing right now?
Her reply takes longer this time. Long enough that my brain fills in images it probably shouldn’t.
Harper
Drinking coffee and trying to get my notes together for my meeting this morning with the boss.
Me
You could lie and say you’re thinking about me instead.
She doesn’t hesitate.
Harper
I’m always thinking about you.
Me
Good. I like when you’re thinking about me.
Harper
I’ve been thinking about you for ten years, H.
That hits harder than it should. I swallow and lean my elbows on my knees.
Me
Can I ask you something?
Harper
Of course.
Me
You seemed nervous at lunch the other day…and at Connor’s game. Nervous around me?
Her response is immediate.
Harper
What? I was not nervous.
I grin.
I bet she’s nervous right now.
Me
You stared at your hotdog for two full minutes before taking a bite.
Harper
You were watching me eat?!
