“You’re welcome.”
I put as much meaning into those words, so that she knows I’m also thanking her for telling me a bit about herself at the same time. Mom xxx I blush, and wish I had a snappy comeback. I unlock my bike, and get on it, sitting as far forward as possible. Paul looks towards me. She’s several inches shorter than my six foot two, with brown hair that reaches her middle back. My parents won’t notice I’m not home.”
“Alright. I didn’t mean that.”
“I know, it’s okay,” She pauses for a moment. Really.”
Her eyes are looking a bit wet again. I’m not going to let you do it again.”
“Sophie, I’m not offering you a choice. This is my night, and I’ll do whatever I want. “It is. I mean, you know you could use it after what happened.”
“I don’t know.
