You live in the same building as your brother?
Me
I live in the same building as all three of my brothers, plus Jordan’s girlfriend.
Amelia
That’s oddly cute. So, you’re close to them?
Me
They’re my best friends.
Amelia
Sorry to ask you to keep a secret from them, but would you mind not telling Jordan I’m Gabe’s sister? Gabe doesn’t…exactly know I’m in school right now.
Me
What does he think you’re doing?
Amelia
It’s a long story.
Me
I’ve got nothing but time for you, Mystery Girl.
Amelia
Maybe another time. Suffice to say, I’m not ready for him to know I’m doing this. If you tell Jordan who I am, he might tell Gabe, and then Gabe will figure it all out.
Sorry this sounds very middle school, don’t tell the guy I like that I like him, or whatever. I just want to keep this to myself for a while.
Me
Am I the guy you like in that little metaphorical scenario?
Amelia
No comment.
Me
No comment always means yes. Everyone knows that.
Amelia
Student. Professor.
Me
Fair enough. And it won’t be like that forever. So, how did you get my number?
Amelia
Uh, you literally gave it to everyone in class. Bold move, putting your personal cell number on the syllabus.
