They both ordered a different holiday drink off the menu and took a seat at the same table they were at the day prior. Their food and drinks were brought to them and they stared out the window while enjoying their breakfast.
“You’re quiet,” Megan said.
Jessa looked at Megan and sighed. “Why did I go on that date?”
“Because you like the guy.”
Butterflies fluttered in her chest. She knew Megan was right. But it couldn’t possibly work when Jessa perpetually traveled.
“But it can’t work.”
“Why not?”
“Because I don’t live here.”
“Back to this again?” Megan smiled.
“Back to what?”
Megan set her mug down and rested her elbows on the table. “Jessa, have fun. Enjoy yourself. Let yourself experience what it would be like to settle down. You already said it has crossed your mind, so try it out.”
Jessa pulled a lip between her teeth as she thought. “You’re right.”
Megan raised an eyebrow. “I am?”
Jessa raised an eyebrow right back. “You’re giving advice you aren’t sure about?”
“Not at all. I just didn’t think you’d agree.”
Jessa chuckled. “I think you’re right, though. I need to live in the now and stop worrying about what might happen once we leave.”
“That’s a good plan.”
Jessa gave a nod as her phone buzzed on the table. She picked it up and looked at the text that came through from Noah.
Did she say something crazy?
Jessa laughed and showed Megan the text. Megan snorted.
So I take it she has done this before?
The dots danced on the screen again and she wondered if it would take him a while to respond again, but to her surprise, his response was immediate.
She’s a bit overprotective. I’d like to tell you about it in person. Are you free tonight?
Jessa read the message out loud to Megan, who laughed.
“He’s smooth. Slipping that date in there.”
Jessa smiled and typed out a reply. “He sure is.”
“Are you going?”
“Of course.”
