Page 109 of Manny

Me

I know it’s corny, but I miss you. Are you avoiding us?

A few moments later, my phone shows that he’s read the message. I’m relieved when I see the gray dots appear.

Bandit

Not corny. I’ve been going through some stuff, yeah, but not avoiding. I promise x

The kiss at the end fills me with renewed hope as I glance up every now and again, heading toward the front door of the cafe. It’s bustling around the French quarter, and there’s always a ton of people.

Me

I get that, just don’t run away. We care about you. Are you coming to dinner?

Bandit

If you want me to?

Me

I do, and so does Manny

Bandit

Won’t that be weird, with Eli?

Me

Why? We’re not gonna do anything except eat, bozo

I smile as his next message comes through.

Bandit

That just earned you a spanking over my knee

Me

Talk to Manny, he’s worried he came on too strong

Bandit

Bossy. I’m headed over there in a bit

I grin.

Me

You know you two can get it on without me there, right?

Bandit

Not gonna happen, not at the clubhouse

Me

You know, for a sexy dude with a killer body and amazing dick, you really are a stick in the mud

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