Page 265 of By His Play

Kieran starts typing immediately, but before his message comes through, I get another.

Brax: How did it go?

Effie: You are in so much trouble…

Brax: I wouldn’t expect anything else. But any specific reason?

Effie: You tangoed with my boyfriend!!!

Brax:

Effie: You recorded it, right? I need to see it.

Brax: Sorry, that was for me and Kieran to experience alone.

Brax: I probably shouldn’t say this but…your boy has moves. Those hips.

“Oh my god,” I laugh as I drop into my chair.

Effie: Do you have a little crush I need to know about?

Brax: Hell no. Just pointing out what a lucky girl you must be

I sigh as I think about all the hip action I’ve experienced recently.

Effie: I am a very lucky girl.

Brax: I’m buzzing for both of you. Do I need to find another dance partner now, though?

Effie: Of course not. Kieran will be there on Thursday night for you…

Brax:

I burst out laughing again as I picture the two of them spinning around the studio. Which one would take the lead…

Effie: I’ll be there Thursday. But Kieran wanted me to tell you that if you touch me like he did during the tango, you won’t see another season…

Brax: I can handle Kieran Callahan.

Effie: No more fighting.

Brax: Yes, Mom.

Still laughing, I place my cell on my desk and wake my computer up.

Thoughts of how miserable I was here yesterday flicker through my mind. It’s amazing how fast things can change.

My cell buzzes again, and the moment I see Kieran’s name, I remember that he was typing.

Kieran: I’m not very good with words, actions are more my thing, but I need you to know how serious I am about this. About us. You’re my everything, and always will be. Endgame, baby.

My smile is ridiculous as I read his words.

Effie: I’ve never been more serious about anything in my life. You’re mine, Kieran Callahan. Warn those jersey chasers, because I will throw hands if anyone dares go near you.

Kieran: Damn, I think I need to see that.

Effie: Behave.

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