Trapped

Imogene Scott

“You don’t think that’ll make things super awkward?” I say to Keith as I take a seat on a bench.

He sits next to me. “Awkward how?”

I frown. Awkward in a lot of ways. Keith, Damien and I will be working together for the next few weeks. Damien and I used to be married and he’s now trying to win me back. Keith and I went on a date once and he wants to go on a date again. That’s insane, the tension is going to ruin our teamwork.

“You know how.” I eye him.

“Fine.” Keith scoffs. “So, how about after the convention is over?”

“Let’s talk after then.” I say, knowing it’s easier to postpone the talk than tell him the truth now.

By the end of the day, I head back home. Elinor’s surprisingly waiting for me at home. After Breonna leaves, I make dinner for the both of us.

“Why can’t you just filll me in on everything now?” Elinor says. “I’ve been busy with work I have no idea what’s been going on in your life for the past few days. Let me know.”

“After I’m done cooking dinner.” I s