#Chapter43

First date fumbles

Bella

Tonight was Andrew and my first date. Mom promised me that dad would be on his best behavior. I doubt it, but it’s worth a shot, right?

Andrew showed up, but dad beat me to the door.

“Dad!”

“Oh, relax because you worry too much.” Dad patted the side of my face. He whipped open the door and wrapped his arm around Andrew’s neck. “Andrew, my man. How’s it hanging?”

“Oh, about nine inches,” Andrew said.

“It’s good to have dreams and keep dreaming, buddy.” Dad removed his arm from Andrew’s neck and patted his chest. “Anyway, Bella is all ready, but you’re missing something.”...