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November 1 - November 17, 2023
“You need to lighten up, kid.� Brent’s voice at her elbow startled Emily yet again. “And just a quick tip from a guy who’s pretty good at not running the girls off: when they tell you no—just drop it.�
“I was trying not to startle you this time,� he said, speaking in a more normal tone of voice. “I have some ibuprofen in my stuff if you need it.� A ghost of a smile flickered across Emily’s face. “Thanks,� she said gratefully, “but it’s more the figurative kind of headache.� “Perhaps I could interest you in some figurative ibuprofen?� Laugh lines crinkled around Brent’s eyes, and she couldn’t help but giggle.
“Emily, I need you to turn the key while I tap the thing with this.� He produced a multi tool from his pocket. “Right away, Inspector Gagent,� she quipped, sliding back into the driver’s seat. “That’s not his name,� Brent said, peering around the hood at her. “Yeah, I know, but ending it in ‘—ent� made it more like a hybrid with ‘Brent�,� she explained. “I know. It’s a stretch.�
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