Page 89 of Flirting Lessons

“Good talk.”

He disappeared through the employees-only door, and Taylor smiled to herself. That had been very sweet. She couldn’t wait to tell Avery about it.

Though Avery would probably think Luke was being overprotective, when he was just being a good friend. On second thought, that conversation could stay between her and Luke.

Thirteen

Friday night, Avery had planswith Taylor. A date with Taylor? Yes. Right? What should they do? Where should they go? Taylor had planned all their flirting lessons; it was her turn to plan something, now that they were officially…whatever they were. She wanted to surprise her, do something Taylor wouldn’t expect. But what? She racked her brain for the answer.

When it finally came to her, late on Thursday, she laughed out loud. Then she texted Taylor.

Avery

We still on for tomorrow? what time?

Taylor texted back right away.

Taylor

Yes. 6:30 or 7?

Avery

Great. what’s your address? i’ll pick you up at 7. wear something that makes you feel powerful.

She pressed send before she could chicken out.

Almost immediately, the three little dots popped up to show her Taylor was typing a response.

Taylor

Turning the tables on me, I like it

And that’s a challenge if i’ve ever heard one. I guess we’ll see if i’m up to it

Avery could see the amused, slightly wry look on Taylor’s face as she typed that. She grinned at her phone. She was pretty sure Taylor was up to the challenge.

On the way to Taylor’splace, Avery second-guessed herself. Would Taylor find this idea as fun as she did? What if she thought it was stupid? She wouldn’t say it, but Avery would know. Shit, she should have done something easy like a sports game or something.

Did Taylor even like sports? Not that she knew of, but still.

Well, it was too late now.

Her phone buzzed as she pulled up in front of Taylor’s building.

Taylor

I’m sure you’re going to get here early. i’ll be outside in five minutes, which is ten minutes early for me, and ten minutes late for you

Avery looked at the clock: 6:55 p.m.

Avery

Just got here. no rush!

Taylor walked outside seven minutes later. She had on jeans, a studded belt, combat boots, and a white sleeveless shirt. She saw Avery, smiled wide, and walked over to the car.

“Hi,” she said as she got into the car. She leaned over and kissed Avery on the lips, and Avery kissed her back. They were definitelysomethingnow, if Taylor greeted her with a kiss on the lips like it was an everyday kind of thing.

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