Page 45 of Crazy In Love

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Easton

Waiting…

She fucking cried. Turns out she never had it out for me. She didn’t turn me in in high school either.

Archer

Let me get this straight. You’ve had a vendetta against this girl since high school, and I told you for years she didn’t turn you in, but now you finally get it?

Correct. I didn’t believe you.

Rafe

You are one stubborn fucker.

I appreciate that. Nicest thing you’ve ever said to me.

Clark

Does this mean that Emilia can sub for me in pickleball when Eloise and I can’t make it?

Easton

Isn’t she terrible at pickleball?

Archer

Don’t be a dick. She’s been tortured by Bridger for years. If she wants to play, let the girl play. Everyone else can just work a little harder to cover for her… lack of skills.

Easton

If she plays, then you’re dealing with it, Bridger.

Why am I dealing with it? I apologized. My work is done.

Rafe

Doesn’t it feel good to put this anger to rest?

I hadn’t noticed.

Archer

Well, either way I’m out this week. Henley is covering me.

Clark

Me and Eloise will be traveling, so with Lulu and Rafe playing together, I think Emilia might have to be my replacement.

Easton

Bridger, you best bring your a-game because she will be your partner, and we can’t lose again. You fuckers already cost us last week’s game. I am not here to lose. Step the fuck up.

Archer

Gee, this sounds like a barrel of fun. Sorry I have to miss it.

Axel

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