The Billionaire Scrooge Next Door

by Olivia Hayle

The crush had been as intense as it was one-sided.

“Serial killing was my old job. I’m strictly in the programming business now.” “Quite a change in career!” He nods. “Yes, but serial killing teaches you all kinds of skills.” “Calm under pressure,” I deadpan. “Comfortable with risk. Great at tying knots.” Adam grins. “Get in the car, you dork.” “Right, right. Should I duct-tape my hands together myself or will you do that part?”

this is the cutest banter ever omg

“You said you couldn’t have a Christmas tree this year, because Evan’s fiancée is allergic, right?” “Right,” I say. “I have space in my house.” My mouth falls open. “Oh.”

They say you can’t make homes out of human beings, but God help me, she’s mine.