“I will.”
“And, Dante, you are watching little ones this week before running back to your big movie,da?”
“Da, old man, wouldn’t miss it,” I say. I know he sees right through me, down to the scared kid still trying to prove something.
Maybe he always has.
Chapter 30
Reese
Dante
Break a leg with Amara today.
Reese
Luck seems to be on my side lately. Geraldine’s strategy data just came in.
Our PR parade is working beautifully. Robyn Hood’s getting the coverage it deserves
(Take that, Felix!)
Dante
As it should.
Reese
The rec center misses us. I asked and everything
Dante
I’m sure you did.
Reese
Hypothetically speaking…after your training wraps and you’re back filming, what if I acquired some craft services contraband and hosted an intimate soirée at my cabin? Strictly under the radar, of course
Dante
Miss Sinclair, are you attempting to woo me with stolen snacks?
Reese
Only the finest day-old bread and questionable cheese for you, darling
Dante
Perhaps I could upgrade our feast with some fresh-baked bread…
Reese
And maybe some artisanal cheese to match?
Dante
You drive a hard bargain. Count me in.
