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I was exhausted. Pure and simple. All I wanted to do was change into comfortable clothes and veg out, but I’d promised Jade I’d help her get her interviews. The thought of a late night at a show didn’t appeal at all. What if there was an easier way to do it? I picked up my phone and called Chase.
He answered after two rings. “Hey there. Did I really get a phone call from you without having to leave a message first?” he teased.
“Crazy, I know.” I generally texted because I was afraid he was busy.
“To what do I owe this honor?”
“I’m calling in a favor.”
“A favor? I’ll probably say yes.” He paused. “If you ask nicely.” He had a gift for making seemingly innocuous things sound naughty.
“Okay, it’s actually a favor for Jade, but it means I don’t have to go out tonight, and I really don’t feel like flirting with a guy just to help her.”
“Uh, flirting with a guy to help Jade? I don’t like that idea either.”
“So, Jade has this radio show and her boss says she needs to get interviews.”
“Interviews with whom?”
“Bands. Especially some local ones.”
“Okay. I’m starting to see how I can help.”
“Is there anyone you could talk to for me?” I curled up on my bed.
“Definitely. I’ll start making some calls.”
I let out a sigh of relief. Jade was going to be so excited. “You’re the best.”
“Am I?”
“Yes. The absolute best.”
“Remember that.”
“I will.”
He exhaled loudly. “I miss you.”
“I hope I’m as great as you remember.” After only a few weeks, I was realizing that the long distance thing was harder than I’d expected. Relationships are always hard, but seeing each other regularly kind of helps.
“I’m sure you’re better.”
I laughed. “Wouldn’t that be something?”
Someone called his name. “I hate to do this, but I have to go.”
“Not a problem. I’ve already gotten what I need from you.”
“I’d much rather be giving you something else—but no reason to go there.”
“Nope. Have a good show tonight. Where are you anyway? DC?”
“Yeah. Not too far away.”
“If only I had a private jet.”
“One day.”
“Talk to you later.” I hung up and leaned back against my pillows. Talking to Chase was becoming so natural, so comfortable. I wondered how different it would be when we finally saw each other in person again. Would it feel the same way?
I texted Jade. Talked to Chase. He’s taking care of all of it. Want to come over for movies and take out instead?
I’m tired and not really in the mood to go out, so that sounds great, and please thank Chase in any way possible.
Lol, I had no idea you were like this. Does Mallory know you have this side?
What side? I’m innocent.
See you soon.
The door opened and Mallory walked in dressed in her gym clothes. Seeing her reminded me of how badly I needed to make a trip to the gym. “Want to order in Chinese or something?”
“You read my mind. I just talked to Jade about it.”
“You’re stealing my little sister.”
“More like borrowing her. She doesn’t mind.”
“Nope, it seems like you guys have more in common than we would have thought.”
“Well, she did find Chase for me.” I got up and searched around for my flip flops. I needed to stop by Lacy’s room to discuss the change of plans.
“Your face just lit up. It’s official.”
“What’s official?”
“You really, really like him.”
I smiled. “I’ve never been good at hiding my feelings from you guys. Who’d thought it was possible to fall for someone more over the phone?”
“Call Juliet. We’re making this a roomie plus Jade event.”
“And Lacy. We’re supposed to hang out.”
“Okay, sounds great. I’m going to jump in the shower.”
“Enjoy.”
Friends, food, and a girly movie. Friday nights couldn’t get much better.