Meyer shakes her head as Franny leaves, and then turns to me. “They’re so cute.” “Yeah, I want to be them when I grow up.” I smile. She eyes me, a look of surprise crossing her face. “What?” “I guess that’s not something I’d expect you to say.” “I wonder why?” I tease, knowing exactly where she’s coming from. “You know you can’t believe everything you hear ... or read.” Her laughter is light, and while her head lowers, those eyes hold on to mine. “You okay with pepperoni? It sounds boring but Joe’s is fire, swear.” “Don’t worry about me.” “You’re eating with me.” Her smile is sheepish. “I
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