Too late. You’ve ruined your chances. She’s wholly offended.
Holland
I’ll make it up to her.
Mallory
Heading home here shortly. Can you talk?
Holland
Yeah…twenty minutes? It’s getting late there…everything okay?
Mallory
All good. I’ve been waiting for my dad to close the shop so he can swap spots with me. He’s taking the night shift at the hospital so I can sleep in my own bed.
Mallory
I feel stupid asking, but will you read to me?
Holland
Of course.
Mallory
Thanks.
Holland
Also, you’re not stupid. Far from it.
Mallory
I’m still getting used to this.
Holland
To what?
Mallory
You, being here for me.
Holland
I’m not going anywhere.
Mallory
Me either.
Mallory
Okay. It’s been a week, Holland. Quit sending two bouquets of flowers to the hospital! We don’t have any more windowsill room.
Holland
