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Me:Why?

Sam:To confirm I'm the best choice.

I shook my head.

Me:So cocky, Bishop.

Sam:I just know my worth.

Me:Do you?

Sam:Yep. Whoever these guys are, I know I'mbetter.

Biting back a laugh, I put down my spoon.

Sam:Got a better car too.

Me:Okay…

Sam:Better looking.

Me:I get it lol.

Sam:So?

Me:There are no guys, Bishop.I didn't ask my cousins, but I'm pretty sure they'd be willing.

Viola, Aurora,and Freya were my girls. They weren't just family; they were my friends.No way they'd leave me hanging. I'd do anything for them too if they asked. Our familyas a whole was tightknit. Sam seemed to think so too.

Sam:Should've known. The Kents always stick together.

I grinned.

Me:You know it.

Sam:They should make a TV series about you guys.

I laughed out loud at that.

Me:Oh yeah, having everyone take a deep dive into my issues and laugh at all my mistakes. That wouldn't be terrible at all.

Sam:You could join Moira, Johnny, David, and Alexis.

Me:I knew you loved the Roses as much as me.

Sam:Is that even possible?

Me:No—but you loved it.

Sam:Yeah, maybe.

He sent another text right after.

Sam:So, you're good? I'd hate for Perfect Scarlett tomiss the first day of school.

I rolled my eyes.

Me:I'm good. Andplease, I never would've skipped. Would've walked to Chariot High if I had to.

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