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I watch her hips sway as she ambles into the house without stopping to look back, then I climb into my truck and drive home. I review every second on the way, and I’m still smiling to myself when I strut inside and pull out my phone.

JD

Got E back home safely.

BLAKE THE SNAKE

I’m glad he’s all right. Thanks for the update, man.

You coming back to meet us?

JD

Nah, I’m already home.

BLAKE THE SNAKE

Come on, bro. You just need someone to take your mind off she-who-shall-not-be-named.

JD

I don’t think that’s possible. Plus, I’m not going to leave Tenley’s place and go straight to hooking up with someone else.

BLAKE THE SNAKE

Why the hell not? Let’s find you a nice girl to make out with for once.

JD

Already done. *smirking face emoji*

BLAKE THE SNAKE

You…WUT?

JD

I kissed Tenley.

Read that again.

BLAKE THE SNAKE

I’m speechless.

JD

So was she by the time I was done.

BLAKE THE SNAKE

Was it everything you dreamed of and more?

JD

Shut up.

But yes.

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