“Stop, stop, stop," I say, almost crying out the words.
“Shh, just breathe, Maddy." He's smiling at me at least, or just smirking. He's so gorgeous, and I'm about to blow it with him thanks to Layla.
“Layla is making me go out with one last guy tonight. She took the payment before last night, then spent it. If I say no to her, she will need to refund this guy his money by using what I earned on the date last night."
“Huh?" His eyes narrow into a squint. “What the hell is she doing? This sounds like something way worse than what I first thought."
Hearing Wesley agree with my thoughts makes me think the same after being brainwashed by her ridiculousness. “I don't know what to do," I tell him, trying to sound sincere. It's the truth. “We don't have the extra cash, and I know my job at this place is temporary."
“I'll give you the money, Madelyn."
There's no way. I nod my head, feeling very uncomfortable with this conversation. “I'm sorry, I can't."
“We just met, I understand. Listen, then: these dates are not ideal situations, but I think you know that. Text me if you feel like something is off tonight and I'll come to rescue you again. If not, text me when the date is over, and maybe we can meet up for a late night stroll."
“A late night stroll?" I question.
“We're still too close to the one-night stand to trust ourselves with any other activity."
“We didn't … just going with the technicalities—"
“Close enough," he corrects me. “The ball is rolling into your court. Kick my ass to the curb, or dial me up, and I'll save your butt."
“Wow," I sigh. “That was amazing."
“There's more for you when you're ready," he whispers against my ear before placing a soft kiss on my cheek. “I'd hide out in the bathroom for about five minutes until I'm done staring down your boss."
“Yeah, but I kind of want to watch, though."
Who wouldn't want to see Mick's face when the shit hits the fan? Oh! When shit hits the fan, reach for Pleather Ply! Yes.
Anyway, I can't imagine a worse encounter than a wimpy idiot on a power-trip versus the milkman. Kind of sounds like the worst comic book idea.
