Don't Take It Personal

"I still never said it. And besides that, you're not listing the basics of the relationship. We need rules and agreements. When is it over?"

"We'll have a deal," I told her. "You commit wholeheartedly to us being in a fake relationship, and I'll continue to tutor you."

"That's great," She said impassively. "But when does this end?" She looked between us. "When I'm sitting at a hundred, or when you win your girlfriend back?"

"I'm not necessarily saying I want her back," I said. "We're just doing this for the fun of it. I can't really put a timing on it."

She was quiet a moment before impulsively agreeing. "Fine," She gave a shrug. "Although, I will have to say, I feel bad for you."

"Why do you feel bad for me?"

"I can't be your Juliet."