Jules: That might be the most adorable thing I’ve ever seen
Sam: Thanks. It makes me feel good to have it all orderly. Only, I have to make some decisions.
Sam: Should I store scissors here or in the desk?
Jules: While I should let you ponder the mysteries of the junk drawer, my vote is for your desk
Sam: Mine, too.
Sam: I can’t believe I just bothered you about cleaning out my junk drawer.
Jules: I like everything about you, Sam. Down to your junk
Sam: That’s
Sam: Jules!!
Sam: Grrr I keep hitting send too fast.
Sam: What I mean to say is, thanks. I like everything about you, too.
Jules:
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Two days later, I message Sam.
Jules: I’m done
Sam: Are you serious?
Jules: Deadly. Weeks in the studio with almost no sunshine, but we did it. Album complete
Sam: Are you happy with it?
Jules: All I want is to see you
Sam: Okay, but you didn’t answer my question.
Jules: Yes, I am so happy with it. When can you come over?
Sam: Hold, please.
Sam: I just sent an email to Terrill saying I need to recuse myself for ethical reasons, and that I want to talk with him to explain.
Sam: You may need to hold me.
Jules: I can do that
Sam: Thanks. I’m checking his calendar, and his next available meeting time is tomorrow. I sent him a meeting invite.
Jules: But you’re in the clear now?
Sam: I am.
Jules: Do you need to say anything to Kurt?
Sam: We’ve always been free to hook up with others.