Probably.
Good Guy
What about past boyfriends? You didn’t feel like you could be yourself with them?
I stop and think.
Nope. If I’m being honest, I don’t think I let my last boyfriend in at all. He’s still a shithead for cheating on me, but I need to take accountability for my shortcomings too. Vulnerability is scary. I’m not ready to unpack it all yet.
Good Guy
I think we’re more alike than either of us realizes. Also, he cheated on you? He is a shithead.
Yeah. And he seems genuinely happy with her. He’s making an effort. She seems fun. And nice. It might work. My pride took a kick to the groin typing that, btw.
Good Guy
And how are you?
I’m surprisingly good. Is it horrible if I admit the only thing I miss is sex? Full disclosure, he wasn’t great in bed, so I’ve missed it for a very long time. YEARS. God, maybe now that I really think about it, forever? Maybe I read too much romance and have unrealistic expectations. You’re charming and funny and have those super sexy tan lines, so you probably can’t relate to my predicament.
It’s so nice to have someone I can talk this freely with.
Good Guy
Believe it or not, the sexy tan lines aren’t the lure one might imagine. I’m going through a bit of a dry spell myself.
Well, hell, you mean I should just stick to no socks and my vibrator this summer?
Good Guy
I’ve seen your legs. Believe me, the lack of sexy tan lines is working for you. Skip the socks.
Before I can blush or respond, another message comes through.
Good Guy
I’m glad you feel comfortable with the brothers. That makes me feel better. I know all there is to know about them too.
You’d like them. They’re down-to-earth and just nice. Jesse is more outgoing and has endless energy. I don’t think he’s ever met someone he couldn’t win over. Everyone, and I mean EVERYONE, wants his attention. He reminds me a lot of my sister. And Ever is quiet and private and has this low-key intensity, but he’s also really funny. And ridiculously good-looking, so maybe I’m just bewitched by his smile.
Good Guy
Is he your type? Physically?
He’s hot. He’s everyone’s type.
Good Guy
Do I detect a love connection in the making?
Has anyone ever told you you’re a delightful blend of hilarious and delusional?
Good Guy
Hilarious and delusional? No. Hilarious? Once. It was my aunt, and she may have had one too many Old Fashioneds. That still counts, right?
I’m going to blindly trust drunk auntie and agree. But you’ve admittedly researched the brothers, I’m sure that included photos. The man could model. And I don’t know how old he is, but I would bet my life savings I have a decade on him.
