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I broke that rule with Kyle, and it ended in emotional flames. No way I’m doing that again with Asher.

“I don’t know, Asher . . . I’m not exactly gym material.”

He taps my nose with a little smirk, “Come on. Afraid you can’t keep up with me?”

“Fine,” I blurt out. “You’ve got a deal.”

“Looking forward to it, Peachie.”

Chapter 8

Isla

ELAINE

How’s that whole “finding Asher’s perfect match that isn’t you” plan going?

ISLA

It’s going professionally. I’m making a list of potential matches.

ELAINE

Ooooh, professionally. Is that what the kids are calling jealousy these days?

ISLA

I’m not jealous! Why would I be jealous? This is literally my job.

ELAINE

Your job is finding love for other people while ignoring the six-foot-three neighbor next door who’s been in love with you since you had braces.

ISLA

He has NOT been in love with me since I had braces. And he’s not in love with me now. And I’m not in love with him. And WHY ARE WE TALKING ABOUT THIS?

ROXANNE

That’s a lot of “nots” for someone who’s definitely NOT protesting too much.

ELAINE

I bet you’ve already eliminated every woman in town who’s prettier than you.

ISLA

I have NOT.

I’m being completely objective and thorough. It’s called being a professional.

ROXANNE

So you wouldn’t mind if he ends up with Melissa from the yoga studio? You know, the one who can put both legs behind her head?

ISLA

If she’s compatible with him, then I’d be happy for them both.

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