Page 9 of Holding On

Me

Hey. Just in case you saw the latest lies on The Spill, it’s not what it looks like.

I wait for a minute, staring at the screen like a lovesick fool, and exhale relief when I see the blue bubbles pop up.

Tinsley

Hi Jack. So you don’t go on dates with 14 people at once? Good to know ;)

Me

It was a work thing, but that photo is cropped in a convincing way.

Tinsley

She’s my best friend, Jack. I was texting her during the dinner! I know you guys aren’t dating. FFS, my brother was there. Plus, I think I know a thing or two about fake dating for the PR.

Me

I just wanted you to hear it from me, that’s all. How’s the tour going?

Tinsley

Good. Sold out the next six shows, then hopefully I can get a break.

Me

Just schedule a break. You don’t have to always be working so hard, you know.

Tinsley

Kettle, black.

Me

Yeah ok fair.

Me

What if I move some things around and come to your show in Houston next week? You can’t avoid talking to me forever.

Tinsley

Houston is going to be a shitshow, and I’ll be slammed with the press Rick scheduled. I’m not avoiding you, it’s not like that.

Me

Huh. Could have fooled me…

Tinsley

I have to run. Take care, Jack.

Me

Have a good show tonight, Tinsley.

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