Brad:Definitely not.Do you have a New Year’s date?
It wasn’t until he sent the message that he realized his error.He didn’t want her to read too much into his question.It wasn’t like he cared who she dated.
Just then an image filled his mind of her all dressed up and sitting in a restaurant with some guy as she stared adoringly into his eyes.A frown pulled at the corners of Brad’s lips.He shoved aside the image.
Abby:Oh, yes.He’s amazing.
Brad:That’s great.
His back teeth ground together.He didn’t know why he let her date bother him.After all, she was annoying and pushy.She was everything he didn’t want in a date.And yet the knowledge that she was out on a date that she was enjoying left a sour feeling in the pit of her stomach.
Abby:He’s so handsome.He’s a total gentleman.He’s a prince.
Brad rolled his eyes:He sounds perfect.
Abby:He is.
He should end this conversation.He didn’t want to discuss this perfect guy.And yet he couldn’t stop his fingers from moving over the screen.
Brad:Where did you meet Mr.Perfect?
Abby:On my television.
Brad:What?
Abby:*laughing emoji* He’s a character in a movie.
He reread her response.Was she serious?He breathed a sigh of relief.He didn’t know why it mattered to him if she was alone or not.Maybe it was because he didn’t want to be the only one without plans for the New Year.
Brad:So, you’re spending another holiday alone at home?
Abby:I told you I’m not alone.I have a hottie on the television.
He smiled and shook his head.He’d certainly misjudged her the first time they’d met.She was fun and kept him guessing.
Brad:I still think that is considered being alone.
Abby:*frowning emoji* Don’t ruin it for me.
Brad:Sorry.Wouldn’t want to spoil your hot date with an illusion.
Abby:Hey, don’t be rude.Let a girl dream.
Brad let out another laugh.She definitely had more spunk than he’d originally given her credit for.She intrigued him.Too bad she lived so far away.
Brad:How are plans for the party going?
Abby:Good.No thanks to you.
Ouch!But he supposed he deserved it.He should figure out a way to make it up to her.But how?
Brad:Sorry about that.But it probably worked out for the best.
Abby:Says the man who hasn’t helped.
Brad:Is there anything left to do?
Abby:Yes.Thought you’d never ask.
