10 AM
"I'll be back by Sunday night, Zack!" My story about flying to California with Alexa had worked, but I could tell that he still needed a bit of convincing.
"I still don't know about this, Ash."
"Zack, I'll be FINE. Promise. I'll call you when my connection lands in Pittsburgh, okay?"
He still looked unsure. "Alright, fine. But be safe."
"I will, I promise! Love you!" And with that, I waved good-bye and hopped into my vintage 1995 Toyota Paseo.
I drove around aimlessly throughout the neighborhood for a good half-hour. Alex wasn't making his great escape until 10:30. Then we were gonna ditch my car at my newly-rented storage unit and drive to the Denny's around the corner for my promised breakfast.
It seemed like forever before I saw Alex's Audi pull out of our street. He flashed me that million-dollar smile of his and waited for me to lead the way.
I swear, that boy made me forget how to breathe sometimes.
to be continued...
