“Does Matty feel like a mistake?”
She answered without hesitation. “No, not at all.”
“Then maybe you just take it as it comes. You’re still brand new to each other, and there’s nothing saying you can’t break things off later if things don’t feel right.”
“Yeah, I guess.”
“Just enjoy it. Let go of the reins and just go with the flow.”
Going with the flow wasn’t exactly her thing, but if it meant doing it with Matty, then maybe it was time to try letting go of some control. Time would only tell.
Chapter twenty-two
Chapter Twenty-two
The day was absolutely lovely. The weather was turning toward summer, leaving the cool and crisp days for hot and humid ones, but today wasn’t like that at all. Tennessee summer heat was wet and thick. Sometimes the heaviness would feel like you were choking just going outside.
It was also perfect weather for Reese to wear a sundress that showed off her curves and legs. Matty had practically salivated when she slid into the passenger seat of Reese’s car.
“Thank you again for going with me.”
Matty reached over to lightly squeeze her knee, letting it linger longer than necessary, but the tug of Reese’s lip as she stared out the windshield told her that it was okay. She withdrew her hand slowly. “Not a problem. You know I like spending time with you.”
Reese flashed her a grin before turning back to the road. “I like spending time with you, too.”
Saturdays were normally reserved for cleaning up the house or studying, but today was a little different. Kerrie had asked Matty to stay with Kenny for the morning while she and Bette went to do something wedding-related. Matty hadn’t caught what it was.
When Reese had messaged asking if she would go with her to look at new refrigerators, Matty had suggested an impromptu date night. They’d go look at appliances, then have dinner.
Spending time with Reese had become important to her. They had spent Wednesday evening at Matty’s place having a small meal, then studying. Then they’d had the best make-out session of her life on the couch. Both had been left breathing heavily and flushed. She had immediately gone to her bedroom and taken care of things on her own after Reese left. She couldn’t believe how turned on just making out had gotten her. Justremembering the feel of Reese’s clothed body as she skimmed it with her hands had sent every nerve in her body into overdrive.
They pulled into the parking lot of Home Depot, where Reese found a parking spot and cut the engine. She stared at the building. “I really don’t want to do this. I was looking at prices online. Do you know how expensive refrigerators are?”
Matty nodded. “Everything is so expensive now. Is that all we’re here for?”
“No, I want to replace the kitchen cabinet handles. One’s broken, and I just don’t care for the look. I feel like small details will help make the place really feel like my own, don’t you think?”
“Yeah, I’d say you’re right.”
“Oh, and paint samples. It is exciting to think we’re getting close to painting.”
“It is. Should we look at flooring while we’re here? You said the carpet is going, right?”
Reese grimaced. “Yes, it’s so gross.”
“Well, let’s go see what we can find.”
Normally, shopping wasn’t really Matty’s thing, but she could do it for hours with Reese. They browsed. They laughed. They brushed hands and hips while exchanging sneaky grins. Being openly affectionate in the South was tricky. Some places were safer than others, but neither wanted to press their luck.
“Do people really need a refrigerator with apps?” asked Reese, giving the appliance side-eye.
“You mean you don’t want one that’s as smart as your phone?” Matty smirked as she opened the door.
“Not at all. I want it to keep food cool, have a light inside, and maybe an ice maker unless that tacks on a significant amount.”
The selection was good, and after a bit of looking, Reese kept going back to the same stainless steel side-by-side complete with a water and ice dispenser.
“What do you think? It’ll be like $1,300 after taxes and the delivery fee. That’s not too bad, but if I went with the basic, it would be under a grand.” Reese chewed on her bottom lip.
