Gracie:You actually take a weekend off?
Marc:Yes, why is that so hard to believe?
Gracie:I thought you were a workaholic…
Marc:Over the years, I’ve taken on less, so I have proper time off with her.
Gracie:What do you usually do on nights without her?
Marc:Nothing usually. I’m bored and lonely.
Gracie:That’s cute.
Marc:What? Being bored is cute. How?
Gracie:No, silly. Just that without her, you’re bored and lonely, so you obviously enjoy her company.
Marc:I do. And I enjoy yours too.
I smile as I hit send, wondering what she will think of that sneaky line.
Gracie:I enjoy yours too.
I sip the scotch and smile. Texting her was a smart choice.
Marc:It’s so easy to just talk to you.
Gracie:You mean to talk shit too.
I chuckle loudly.
Marc:Exactly, but I could just sit next to you and say nothing and be content.
Gracie:Are you back to sweet Marc?
Marc:He never left. He’s just waiting for a decision and giving you space.
Gracie:This is space?
Marc:I’m not pushing you for a relationship or an answer or to come to my house tonight. Even though I want it all.
Gracie:Greedy.
Marc:I’m so fucking greedy. You have no idea.
I drain my glass and wait for her response.
Gracie:Why do I feel like there is a hidden meaning to this?
Marc:There is. I’m so greedy for you. The things I’d do to you, you have no idea, but I’m waiting patiently…
Gracie:You have some very good control.
Marc:Don’t worry, you will be punished, and I’ll show you just how in control I can be.
Gracie:Marc…
Marc:Yes,Bella?