Page 94 of Fearlessly Us

I’m talking about macaroni and cheese that involves a roux and actual cheese I shred myself and all kinds of other things that will be nothing short of spectacular.

Me

Okay, well, I have no idea what a roux is, but if it means I get to eat macaroni and cheese I’m all for it.

Drew

I’m also trying out sourdough brownies. Jack told me he’s been using his sourdough starter for desserts, and then Tyler mentioned sourdough brownies this morning and I couldn’t get them out of my head.

Me

I was so smart to get myself a boyfriend who cooks and bakes.

Drew

Stick with me, Catie girl. Keeping you fed is my greatest joy.

Also, it turns me the fuck on when you call me your boyfriend, so feel free to do it many, many more times.

Me

You like being claimed?

Drew

By you? Absolutely.

And I’m serious about being with you. Say the word and I’ll ditch practice and head straight there.

Me

You just want an excuse to get out of practice.

Drew

You aren’t wrong. But I also want an excuse to see your face. And hold your hand. And make sure you’re not alone.

Me

You saw my face this morning, and you can hold my hand anytime. Also, I’m not alone. Maya is here. She showed up at my house this morning and wouldn’t take no for an answer. It’s a whole thing.

Drew

She loves you. Your friends didn’t want you to be alone either.

Me

You don’t seem surprised she’s here.

Drew

Maddy may have texted me this morning telling me they were concocting a whole plan since she knew I had practice.

I’m sorry I didn’t tell you. Maddy asked me not to. I think she didn’t want to give you time to tell them not to come, even if you got a little mad when Maya just showed up unannounced.

Me

I’m not mad. It’s good not to be alone. It just feels…weird, I think.