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The Mysterious One

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by Marni Mann

Something so strong that it had made me want to stay in his suite and not come to my own. The only reason I hadn’t asked to was because I was afraid of what his response would be.

Whether he gave me a yes or no—both answers were complicated in their own way.

Me

Yes.

Whiskey35

Was tonight memorable enough? Or have you already forgotten me?

Me

Ha! You’re kidding, right?

Whiskey35

I don’t kid, Sky. I’m not what you would call a jokester. I don’t even like comedy.

Me

Who doesn’t like comedy?

Whiskey35

Someone who doesn’t remember how to laugh.

Me

You laughed while you were with me.

Whiskey35

Impossible.

Me

No, you did. I distinctly recall you laughing and chuckling multiple times. It’s a unique, gritty, sexy sound that really stood out to me. Almost in a contagious way.

Whiskey35

Tell me something … what are you doing right now?

Me

Lying in bed.

Whiskey35

Did you order food?

Me

You really do have a food obsession. But, yes, to answer your question, I did order some room service.

Whiskey35

What did you get?