Page 113 of Late Fees

“That kid’s crazy, but he’s growing on me. Most of them are,” Tilly said, a content smile forming on her lips. “I’m clocking out. See any movies you want to get?”

“Yeah, a couple. How about this one?” I asked, pointing to the box in my hands.

“You’re gloating,” Tilly said, pursing her lips together in a dramatic pout.

“I totally am.”

She sighed. “I’ll allow it. But only because you’re so cute.”

“You know I’m going to stare at your ass when you walk away, right? I mean, I’m just making sure you know that. Full disclosure and all.”

“You’d better,” she said with a wink, then gave me a playful wiggle as she strutted to the back room.

God, I love this girl.

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