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“Besides.” I’m not sure what makes me say it, but I do: “I would be far too pricey for you.”

He lets out a bark of laughter and starts the car. “I don’t doubt it, little vandal,” he says. “I don’t doubt it at all.”

Me

I’m going to be out for a while this evening.

Jules

did you go see Tyler???

is he the worst???

is he going to help you pay??

India

where are you going?

Me

Don’t read into this

India

I can guarantee Jules is already reading into it, just because you said that

Me

But I’m heading to Roman’s for a bit, just to blow off some steam.

Jules

!!!

what kind of steam??

Me

JULIET.

He just has this old spare bedroom that hasn’t been cleaned in probably years.

India

That man knows the way to your heart

Me

No hearts are involved. Just me and some Clorox wipes and all manner of cleaning sprays.

Jules

booooooo

ROMAN

I can’t believeI’m saying this, but…it’s possible I’m in trouble. And I’m torn between wanting to explore that trouble or wanting to bow out quickly beforemoretrouble ensues.