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“Sounds familiar. I get it.” Sounds like Corey.

“Great. You’re a lifesaver.”

I chuckle. “No problem. It’s actually great timing.”

“Oh? Is everything okay with Skyler?”

The only time I’ve really taken off for more than a day or two is when Skyler’s had procedures.

“He’s doing really well right now. I’d like to spend the time with my boyfriend.”

“Tony?” I hear his disdain.

“No. He and I broke up a while ago. That was a mistake. I’m dating someone else now.”

“Cool. Well, I’ll see in a couple hours.”

“Great. See ya.”

“Bye.”

Me

A doc just asked me to switch shifts with him for a few days. He has to see family in two weeks. He wants to cover for me now so I’ll cover for him then. He’ll be here in two hours.

Finn’s the first person I think of. I’m excited to tell him. Not for any other reason than I hope we can spend more than a couple hours together at a time. When I think about it that way, I’ve barely spent much time with him. But when I have, it’s always intense. He’s intense. It always feels like longer, yet never long enough.

Finn

That’s great. I’ll pick you up. Come out when you’re ready. I’ll switch with Shane.

Me

I don’t want to make you miss work

Finn

You’re not

He sends me the kissy emoji. I send him the hearts for eyes one.

Me

Do you have a driver today?

Finn

Yes I plan to say hi to my cailín properly.

Me

I like that Daddy

My pager buzzes. I check it and know I have to go.

Me

Duty calls see you soon

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