Page 81 of Masked Sins
“So wordy today, brother.”
“Be careful. I’ll come over there just to fuck with you.”
“I dare you.”
“In all seriousness, have you told her how you feel?”
I run a hand through my hair. “I’m working on it.”
No one knows about Starboy, and I’d prefer to keep it that way for now. I want to ask him more about Julian, but he speaks before I have the chance.
“Tell me you have a plan.”
“A plan for what?”
“To win her over. For the love of all things holy, make your move.”
I wince. “It’s not that simple.”
“How is it not simple? I’ve never seen you have problems picking women up.”
Running a hand through my hair, I groan. “Yeah, but she’s different. Plus, I don’t know what she wants.”
Malakai sighs on the other end. “Okay, here’s what you do. What’s her favorite thing in the world?”
I open and close my mouth. “I don’t know… she likes books.”
“Okay, great. Books. Make yourself a part of those things, but don’t be too obvious. Show her you’re genuinely interested and care for her.”
I rub the back of my neck. “How?”
“Where does she read? Make it so that she has to think of you whenever she’s there.”
I’m quiet as an idea begins to form in my mind.
“And for the love of God, don’t rush it. Be patient. I know you’re spontaneous, and patience isn’t your strong suit, but let her see the real you and give her reasons to want more. It’s about connection, not just chemistry. I mean, a little bit is chemistry, so it wouldn’t hurt to turn on the charm.”
“Who would’ve thought the brother who’s a pastor would give me the best dating advice?”
“Very funny. I’ll leave you to it. Good luck.”
He hangs up before I can protest, and I heave a heavy sigh before walking to my bedroom and changing into my swim trunks. I open my bedside drawer and pull out my burner phone, delighted to see a text from LittleDancer.
LittleDancer
I might be offline a bit today. At my stepbrother’s place. My dad had a health scare, and my AC went out. I’ll update you when I can. :)
I quickly text back so thatStarboydoesn’t leave her hanging.
I’m sorry to hear that. I’m here if you need to talk. Also, you have a stepbrother? I didn’t know that.
She responds almost immediately.
LittleDancer
Yeah… he’s a pain in the ass most days.
I laugh.
