"So, you missed an epic party this weekend." Tyson's dark eyes light up.
We are seated on my bed, eating popcorn and watching an action flick he picked up from Redbox on his way over.
"Is that so?" I ask, popping a few kernels in my mouth. "Tell me all about it."
"Well...you remember how I told you about my buddy Jeff and his girlfriend Andrea?"
I nod. He's mentioned their relationship troubles a couple of times. Let's just say it doesn't sound like the healthiest thing they have going.
"Well, everything kind of came to a head at the party when Jeff found Andrea in bed with another guy!" Tyson's voice is gaining momentum, and he is smiling, making his eyes twinkle. I love how animated he gets when he is telling a story. I live vicariously through him and his adventures out in the real world.
"Shut up!" I basically spit out the popcorn from my mouth. "So, then what happened?"
"He beat the shit out of the guy and dumped her in front of everyone at the party."
"No way." I am shaking my head. I wish I could have been there to witness it. Hearing him tell me about it almost makes me feel alive.
He is nodding, chuckling. "You would have paid to see that break-up!"
We both bust up laughing, causing my sides to hurt. "I bet you're happy that you don't have to listen to him bitch and moan anymore."
"You have no idea." He sighs, lacing his fingers behind his head and leaning back. "So, what's new with you? Any good books lately?"
I know the last thing he wants is to hear about the romance books I let myself get lost in, but I still appreciate the fact that he asks.
"Linda gave me a new assignment."
He seems to perk up at my statement. "Oh, really? What is it?"
"She wants me go check the mail every day. She said that by next week when I see her, she wants to see my progress." I swallow deeply, attempting to keep my heart rate in check. Just the idea of stepping outside sends my anxiety through the roof.
"That's great, Bryce." Tyson pauses, sensing that I'm uncomfortable. I swear it's a sixth sense of his. He's always careful not to overstep his boundaries. "Have you attempted it yet?"
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A Date with the Devil *SAMPLE*
RomanceThe Monster. In one moment, my entire life was ripped away from me. I ignored the warning signs until it was too late. Until I became the victim. He took my life away from me; my freedom, my courage. I've lived my life in debilitating fear since tha...
