Angry Annie by Dawn L. Chiletz

Author:Dawn L. Chiletz [Chiletz, Dawn L.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Dawn L Chiletz
Published: 2018-07-09T16:00:00+00:00

SLIDING MY FINGER ALONG the dew of my glass, I can’t help but smile. I finally have a review. After a trip to the grocery store and another visit to Thea’s house, Annie delivered as promised. My article has a starting point. Annie’s mind is twisted, and it’s a review, but I really need to get more dirt on her if this article is going to blow Darla’s mind the way I want it to. It can’t all be about TV commercials. My sister isn’t advertised on TV. How did Jorgie’s bakery upset her enough to warrant a review?

I decide to leave that worry for tomorrow. Tonight, I’m celebrating my small accomplishment. At least I’m making progress. I have two more days to get all the dirt and then I can be on my way.

“I hope I put that smile on your face,” Adam asks, as he returns to his seat after a quick bathroom trip.

“In a roundabout way, you sort of did.” Taking a large gulp of wine, I empty my glass. Liquor is all that’s keeping me sane right now on this ridiculous date. Why did I let Annie talk me into this?

“Whoa! Either you’re really thirsty or you’re trying to get drunk.”

I smile awkwardly and lie through my teeth. “It’s good wine.”

He reaches across the table to the bottle and pours me another glass. I motion for him to keep filling when he tries to stop halfway. I’d drink rubbing alcohol at this point.

Turning my head slightly over my shoulder, I try to make eye contact with the waiter. We’ve been waiting for our food for what seems like forever. I guess I could have another piece of bread, but I think I’ve had enough carbs for the night.

The place is packed for a Wednesday night. Adam tried to pull the cop card to get us a good table, but we had to take the one right near the entrance. It’s fine by me. The entrance is also the exit. I like being near an out in case I have to make a run for it. I may have to run soon, especially if he licks his lips and looks at my mouth one more time.

“You look really nice tonight.”

“Thanks.”

“Did you ever find that lady you were looking for?” Adam pretends to scoot his chair closer to the table, but all he does is move closer to me.

“Yes, I did. Thanks again. It was really nice of you to help me.”

He places his hand over mine and I pull it away and pretend to itch my head. Ugh. Can this night get any worse? I take another sip of my wine. I’d better slow down or I’m going to say something I’ll regret.

“Hi, you should have an order under Rhode Bennett. I paid by credit card.”

The sound of his voice makes me gasp and I start choking on my wine.

“Joss, are you okay?” Adam pats me on the back as I hack and wheeze.

I pray he didn’t hear him say my name.

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