260 That Escalated Quickly

(Jayden)

“A hall pass?” I repeat, feeling my voice catch in my throat like I’ve been punched.

She stops pacing, turning to face me with her arms crossed defensively. Her eyes are wide.

I can tell she’s still way too far gone from last night, there’s something dead serious behind those glassy eyes.

“Yeah. A hall pass. I mean, if I’m really gonna marry you, I need to... you know... figure some things out.”

I blink, staring at her like she just told me she’s considering a career as a rodeo clown. “Is this Lisa’s idea?”

“No.”

“Really?”

She groans, throwing her head back dramatically before letting out a loud sigh. “Jayden, I’ve only ever been with you! What if... what if you’re like, the worst in bed and I just don’t know it because I’ve got nothing to compare it to?”

I can’t help it, I snort. “I can assure you, I’m not the worst—”

She cuts me off, waving her hand in the air like she’s swatting away a fly. “Self-praise is no recommendation!”

Then she hiccups, followed by an awkward giggl