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I groan. "Everything hurts."
"Everything? Even your pinkie?"
I nod.
"How about your ass?"
"What?"
She lies on her side, next to me. "Don't worry. I'm planning an epic housewarming party for you. But not tonight."
My exhale is heavier than I mean it to be.
Which only makes Em laugh. "It's at the shop. We'll have snacks. Well, in the lobby. Ryan and Brendon were very clear about their no food near the chairs policy."
"You talked to Ryan to make this happen?"
"That's how much I love you." She props herself up on one elbow. "I didn't invite anyone else, but I can. If you want."
No. I don't want. "That's plenty of party." It's small enough, and filled with enough people I like, that I might enjoy it without three shots.
Emma's expression gets sincere. "You can tell me if you hate the idea."
"No. It's sweet. I'm just—"
"Don't worry. Tonight's plans only require your ass." She doesn't give me a chance to agree. She pushes off the bed and offers her hands.
I take them and let her pull me to my feet. "I didn't know you liked me that way."
"In your dreams." She takes a step backward. "Disney marathon."
My ears perk. My eyes too. I nod, yes.
Emma laughs. "See. I know how to make you happy."
"You do."
"We just need pancakes—"
"Chocolate chip?" I ask.
She nods. "And tea. I'll make them. So long as you measure the chocolate chips."
"You're too good to me."
"I know."
The TV screen flickers,casting light over me andEmma. Hercules is kicking ass and taking names. Same as always.
Is there a Disney movie I don't know like the back of my hand?
I might have a problem. Though, it's not reallymyproblem. It'sourproblem.
Right now, I don't care.
My stomach is full of pancakes. My brain is buzzing from the mix of sugar and tea. Everything is good.
I want more.
