He laughs. “Right. That. Well, she was on her way to a hotel in Green Bay ahead of her flight out this morning. She saw us and had her driver pull over. She snapped a bunch of shots and then had him drive off.”
I shake my head, groaning.
“It’ll all be fine. Vivian has been in our corner from day one. She’s going to spin this to our advantage somehow. She talked to the network execs and has them convinced the show for the season is not spoiled. If anything, she said the clandestine photos will only add to the intrigue. Her words.”
“I have never once been called intriguing.”
“Believe me. You’re very,veryintriguing.“ He drops his voice seductively and makes me laugh.
“I wish I was with you,” I say.
“I wish I was with you too.” He clears his throat. “But for now, let’s let Anne and Gilbert and Marilla and Matthew bridge the gap. Just relax. If you fall asleep, that’s even better.”
“Quit picturing me sleeping, you weirdo.”
“Too late. You’re cute when you have drool lines down your cheek.”
“Ew. That’s not fair. I was sick!”
“You were adorable.”
“Holland!” I laugh. “Read the book, and quit making me blush.”
43
Texts
Holland and Mallory
Mallory
Thank you for those roses. That was sweet of you.
Holland
What can I say? I’m a sweet guy…some may say I’m sweet enough to take a bite out of…
Holland
Mallory
Mallory
My mom says she’s actually the one who deserves them, since she’s the one in the hospital bed.
Holland
Shoot. Should I send your mom flowers?
Holland
I’m sending your mom flowers. Tell her not to hate me.
Mallory
