“Cameron…”

Cindy called out softly, her voice tinged with reproach.

“Babe, did I scare you? Just don’t treat Linda like a woman, and you’ll be fine!”

“Hey, Cameron, are you looking for trouble? Careful, or I’ll smack you!”

I shot him a warning glare, but Cameron didn’t seem fazed. He just carried on with his dramatic monologue.

“See that? That’s exactly what she’s like! Ever since we were kids, Linda has never been the girly type. She’s just a tomboy wearing a girl’s mask—a classic tough girl. Her favorite pastime? Bullying me… Alright, alright! I’ll stop talking now. Any more and Linda’s eyes might actually eat me alive!”

He raised...