Page 85 of Last Call

“Cute.”

Andi winked.

“Mom?”

“I’ll be right down!” Andi called out, slipping her shorts back on and grabbing a T-shirt.

“At least you didn’t tell him you were coming,” Billie said.

Andi picked up a pillow and threw it at Billie. “Get dressed,” she said as she fluffed her hair and opened the door.

“Hey. You know, there are point deductions for violence!” Billie called out.

Andi closed the bedroom door and headed down the stairs.

Fallon looked at her and smirked. “What happened toyou?”

“What do you mean?” Andi asked.

“Please tell me you were taking a nap,” Dave said.

Andi smiled. “Coffee?” she offered, making her way to the kitchen.

Fallon snickered.Napping, my ass.

“So?” Andi asked, pouring herself a fresh cup of coffee. “What do you think of Fallon’s idea?”

“I think it’s awesome. But I need to talk to Billie,” Dave replied.

Andi looked over Dave’s shoulder as Billie entered the doorway.

“Talk to me about what?” Billie asked.

“About Fallon’s new business,” Dave said.

“It sounds like a terrific idea to me,” Billie said.

Dave nodded. “Can I talk to Billie alone for a minute?”

Andi looked at Fallon. “Sure,” she said. “Fallon and I will take our coffees outside to the patio.” She poured coffee into a mug and handed it to Fallon. “You know where to find us.”

“Do you want coffee?” Dave asked Billie.

If Billie drank coffee, she might end up in the emergency room. Her heart rate had yet to slow from Andi’s attention. “No, thanks,” she said, reaching for the refrigerator. “I think I’ll just grab a water. Do you want one?”

“Sure.”

Billie tossed a water bottle to Dave and directed him to sit. “So? What’s up?”

“I think I want to work with Fallon.”

“That’s great.”

“Is it?” Dave asked. “I mean, I love your house, and I know you…”

“Dave. Stop. Fallon is offering you a fantastic opportunity. You’d be foolish not to grab it.”

“I have to talk to Becky first.”

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