Page 38 of My Merry Mistake
I’m not in this for chivalry, either.
After we square the bill, he walks me outside and waits until my Uber shows up to drive me back to the stadium, where my car is still parked. There’s no awkward goodnight kiss. Just areminder for me to send him my schedule, a polite handshake, and I’m on my way back to work.
It’s all going according to plan.
Chapter Ten
Raya
Forty-eight unread messages.
Frankly, I expected more.
I start my car, ignoring the four missed calls, and go straight to the text thread, which is still buzzing with activity.
Hart Sisters Group Chat
Poppy
I’m sorry . . . you’re on a WHAT?
Eloise
A WHAT, Raya? Why were we not informed?
Poppy
You know she silenced her phone.
Eloise
She’s not coming back till after the date.
Poppy
El, we’re standing in the kitchen together. I can see you sending me these texts.
Eloise
I know but this is more fun.
Poppy
You have guacamole on your cheek.
Eloise
Poppy
Ray, who’s the guy? Who are you dating? Where did you meet him?
Eloise
Is there a photo? How’d he ask you out? When do WE meet him?
Poppy
Game night is still going on if you want to swing by on your way home!
