Page 25 of Unexpected Adventures

“Do you want me to call it ‘Operation Get Abby Laid’?”

“No!”

“What it means is, you’re going to get to know Shaun more, he’s going to get to know you more. You’re going to try new things, and you’re going to live life. If somewhere in all that, you and Shaun happen to throw sex in the mix, then all the better.”

I swallow the lump that’s formed in my throat and smile nervously at her.

“Come on, let’s get you changed. You’re due downstairs for a walk. Afterwards, we’ll plan out our day and see what the night brings.” She wiggles her eyebrows as she loves to do, pulling me off the bed.

I head toward the bathroom as Denise opens the dresser to retrieve clothes. It’s as if this is Denise’s second home, with all the amenities and clothes. Lucky for me, everything Sherri has in place here fits us perfectly. I’d hate to think about having to wear yesterday’s underwear. Or worse, not wearing any at all. I’m not a commando girl.

Once out of the bathroom, I go through the motions of putting on what Denise has set out for me, which is a cute pair of cut-off shorts and a graphic T-shirt with the wordsKeep Calm and Google On,written on the front. She also pulls out a pair of sneakers from the closet, then hands me a pair of no-show socks. I quickly brush my hair free from tangles and put it in a loose braid.

“Ready.” I grin at my sis. “Let’s do this.”

Denise links her arm with mine as we leave the room, practically skipping down the stairs.

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