Kali & Grayson by Paige Tyler

Author:Paige Tyler [Tyler, Paige]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Paige Tyler
Published: 2021-06-10T18:46:36+00:00

CHAPTER EIGHT

“Kali!” the group of girls squeal as they rush over to us.

They circle me excitedly, effectively blocking me from Grayson and him from me. I can’t even offer him any explanation right now, even though my head is spinning so much I don’t think I’d be able to do much explaining anyway. I clutch George’s leash tightly, thankful that my pup is social and friendly. I’ve never gotten flanked like this with him around before. My fur baby presses against my legs, trying to hide while uncertainly appraising the girls barraging me with question after question, followed by more questions.

The second the Glammers approach, my whole persona shifts into business mode. It’s like a light switch flicking on. Running on instinct alone, my practiced G&G grin lights my face, my shoulders automatically straighten, and I smooth a hand over my yellow blouse to make sure it’s still perfectly in place. Despite my polished presence, inside, my heart is sinking like a rock. All I can think about is what must be running through Grayson’s head.

Judging by his bewildered and concerned expression, he isn’t happy.

“Kali, Kali!” the girls chant before jumping into their questions.

“Who’s the guy?”

“Is he going to be on your channel?”

“That picture Sutton posted the other day of you, her, and Liv on the beach was so cute! Where’d you get your swimsuit?”

“Can you give us a shout out the next time you’re live on Insta?”

“We saw you have two million followers now! That’s amazing! How do I get that many?”

“Is it hard to start a beauty business?”

“Can we take selfies with you and Georgie?”

To be honest, I hardly hear any of their questions. Mostly because I’m too busy trying to hastily put together some sort of apology script for Grayson once I’m able to pull away from the G&G fans. Unfortunately, it’s not really like I can tell them that now isn’t the best time for selfies. Interacting with eager fans is a necessary part of being an influencer. If I get testy with them, I could sink the whole G&G ship.

“Of course, Glammers!” I gush, imitating Sutton’s cheerful, zealous tone as best as I can. She seems to soak up every second in the spotlight and I need a bit of her self-assurance right now. “I’d love to take some pics with you, but then I’ve got to head out. The girls and I have so many super exciting things planned for our Glammers over the next few months that I need to get back to work on them.”

I cast a glance at Grayson, whose arms are folded over his chest. His dark brows draw together over his nose, almost meeting in the middle, he’s frowning so hard.

I clear my throat loudly and try to keep my smile in its perfect place. “Also, my friend over there doesn’t like to be on social media. Do you think we can keep him out of the pics for now?”

The girls look longingly at Grayson, but thankfully, they’re so happy to see me and George in real life that they don’t waste any time worrying over him.

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