Page 85 of Unexpected Hero

And you didn’t want to talk to me now?

Sugar Bear

I was already texting with you, so talking was pointless. And besides, you told me we can only be friends.

Dominant James

I’m struggling to follow your reasoning, but I’m moving on. Next subject. How are your toes?

Sugar Bear

Look worse than they feel. They’re bruised pretty badly. So that’s fun. Are you still coming over tonight?

Dominant James

Yeah. I think I can get out of work a little earlier tonight. Does 7 p.m. work for you?

Sugar Bear

Let me check my very busy schedule.

Sugar Bear

It’ll be fine. I’ll just reschedule dinner with Beyonce for another night.

Dominant James

I’m sure she’ll understand. I need to get back to work now. Stay off your foot.

Sugar Bear

Fine. I’ll see you at 7. TEXT ME when you get here, and I’ll meet you in the parking lot. (Read: Don’t call me)

Dominant James

I’ll knock on your door. (Read: I don’t want you to bust your ass on the sidewalk)

Sugar Bear

Well, that’s offensive. I’ll have you know I’m excellent at using crutches, as I am in all things requiring physical coordination. Even as a toddler when I was first learning to walk, I was sure-footed. My gracefulness is second only to my self-control. I don’t fracture bones, slip, fall, trip, break things, choke on water, run into doors, or drop my phone. Ever. I’ve never had an accident-prone moment in my life.

Dominant James

I have an urgent care receipt proving otherwise.

Sugar Bear

That was just once. Speaking of which... thanks again. I noted the cost in my phone and will pay you back every cent. Please note: the phone doesn’t have a broken screen from being dropped on the bathroom tile this morning. Anything you hear otherwise is a rumor.

Dominant James

What am I going to do with you?

Sugar Bear

I have a few ideas.

Dominant James

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