Chapter 32
EMILIA: Dude. I can’t believe you brought Ryder!
ALEX: If we’re at the point in our relationship where you can call me Dude, then we’re at the point in our relationship where Ryder can know that we’re hanging out. You’re adorable when you’re angry.
EMILIA: I’m not angry. And I’m not adorable. What did you tell him?
ALEX: That you and your dog are volunteering at the library. That we’re friends. That we’re all going to hang out today. Do you always wear short dresses with over the knee socks when you volunteer at the library, Miss Stiles?
EMILIA: It’s not that short. And only when I’m planning to let someone have easy access to what’s under the dress later.
EMILIA: OMG why do you always do this to me when there are kids around?!
ALEX: I’m just texting you, Miss Stiles. You’re the one dressing for easy access. And the kids are a lot more interested in their books and your dog than what you’re up to right now. Don’t ask me why. Those boots are HOT.
EMILIA: God. Why do you look even more handsome than the last time I saw you? That’s just mean.
EMILIA: Don’t come any closer!!! If I smell you, I will mount you. The library staff frowns upon public humping. Bunch of prudes.
ALEX: Well, my staff is ready to go. Wanna meet me in the parking lot?
EMILIA: Yes. But no. Go find a book to read. Look how cute Ryder is over there.
ALEX: Are you going to let him read to Atticus?
EMILIA: Well there are a few kids ahead of him, and he doesn’t have any issues with reading out loud, but if you want to wait around longer, then sure.
ALEX: He doesn’t need to read to a dog. I’ll be looking at photography books.
EMILIA: I am happy to see you. In case I didn’t mention it.
ALEX: I really missed you.
EMILIA: I missed you too. Now turn around and walk away slowly so I can stare at your butt in those jeans.
ALEX: Am I walking slow enough?
EMILIA: