I nod, open the door, and step out into the courtyard, trying really hard to silence the voice at the back of my mind that says,Darn.
Unknown Number: Claire, this is Dr. David Fitzsimmons.
Lorraine Ashby gave me your number, I hope that’s okay?
Claire: Right! The dentist! Hi!
Unknown Number: People usually call me Duffy.
Claire: Right! Lorraine told me!
Duffy: It took me a little while to work up the courage to reach out. I saw you in that video, and you’re just... magnetic.
Claire:??Aw, that’s really sweet.
Duffy: I’d like to take you out this weekend if you’re free?
Claire: I’d love to. Saturday? I was thinking about visiting the zoo?
Duffy: Perfect. I’ll do a little planning and send you the details.
Claire: Sounds great. I’m looking forward to it.
Minnie: Are you still on a dating break?
Claire: Actually, I’m going out with a dentist on Saturday.
Minnie: Really? Did Miles set this up?
Claire: Nope. This isn’t an app match. He found me through a neighbor.
Minnie: Oh, wow. Okay.
So, since we haven’t vetted him, we need safety protocols. I’ll text Miles.
Claire:NO!
Sorry. No. Don’t text Miles.
Minnie:?Okay... someone needs to make sure this guy isn’t a serial killer.
Claire: Follow this link: www.happyteeth.org
Does this look like the face of a serial killer?
Minnie:
Claire: It’s a day date. In public. We’re going to the Lincoln Park Zoo.
Minnie: Fine. But please make sure someone knows where you are at all times.
And don’t try to pet the giraffes again.
Claire: That was one time. Leave me alone.
Minnie:??????????
Chapter 21
