Page 31 of Forbidden King (Magnolia Falls)

Let me know if you need my truck. Otherwise, I’ll meet you at the bookstore.

River

Same. Ruby and I will meet you at the bookstore. Did you get any sleep, King?

Sleep is overrated. I’m here and ready to go.

Romeo

Damn, dude. You’re a fucking warrior.

Hayes

Appreciate you, brother.

Nash

I’m on my way. Do we need to get the crew back there to finish painting?

Nope. Got it done.

Nash

Did you pull a fucking all-nighter?

You know they’re my favorite.

Hayes

I think your all-nighters usually have something to do with a beautiful woman, not a can of paint.

Po-tate-to… Po-tot-to.

River

I’ve never understood that ridiculous saying.

Romeo

It means that it’s one and the same.

River

I know what it means, asshole. I just think the saying is stupid.

Nash

You think most things are stupid. On another note, Cutler can’t stop fucking talking about Easter. You sure you’re up for hosting after pulling an all-nighter, King?

You know Easter is my favorite. Marshmallow-covered chicks and egg hunts and baskets full of treats. Damn straight, brother. I’m on it.

River

Ruby said she’s going to get there early to set up.

Of course, she is. That’s my girl.

Nash

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