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Hmmm, maybe. Let me see how this goes. It could be my reward if I get my word count down tomorrow.

Me:

Okay - let me know. How are you doing?

Cassidy:

So so. I’ve been trying to reach Tom all week. I think he’s avoiding me. Missing Jack like crazy *crying face emoji* I just want a cuddle.

Me:

You know where I am if a cuddle from me would help. But I suspect that you need a hug from your soft Dom. Hunt that man down and snuggle him!

Cassidy:

*Salute GIF* Yes, ma’am, yes!

Me:

Seems like Jack’s brattiness has been rubbing off on you.

Cassidy:

I think he transferred it to me before he got on the plane to leave. *sad face emoji*

Me:

Aw, honey - hopefully it won’t be too long before you see him again. Did you get a chance to read that reverse age-gap book we talked about yet?

Cassidy:

Nah, need to get this book done and then I will reward myself with reading as much as I can in one sitting! Have you?

Me:

Started it last night. I bloody love an age gap. Throw in some grumpy sunshine and I’m ecstatic.

Cassidy:

You’ve got me excited to start it. How would you feel about starting a mini book group and inviting Abby? She works at the bar with Tom. Cute pixie girl with ever-changing hair colour and can make even a giant man quiver in his boots.

Me:

I know who you’re talking about. That sounds good. Does she like drinking cocktails while talking about smutty books?

Cassidy:

I’m sure she will. I’ll mention it when I see her.

Me:

You need to get back to your writing. I need to check if Zack ordered dinner. Let me know about drinks tomorrow.

Cassidy:

Sure thing. See ya later *big smiley face*

I smile even though she can’t see me. I’ve been so grateful for her friendship these last couple of years. It’s really hard navigating friendships I had as part of a married couple, and I’m glad Cassidy ismyfriend. I don’t know what I’d do without her. And at least her books and all the other smutty ones I read convince me there’s a happy ending out there for everyone. Even a forty-year-old divorcee.

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