Page 8 of Scouting the Single Dad

Layla:

Well, either way, thank you again. Everyone in the office is excited you’re coming to help us out. Especially since you’re bringing your daughter.

Hayes:

Yup. She’s been counting down the days.

Layla:

That makes me so happy to hear. How old is she again?

Hayes:

Nine. Going on twenty-five.

Layla:

What’s she most excited about?

Hayes:

Trees, woods. Mountains. Swimming.

Layla:

Good news then. Star Lake has plenty of that.

Hayes:

She’ll love it.

Hayes:

She doesn’t usually get this excited about trips—she sees the inside of too many boring hotel rooms. So. Thanks for giving her something to look forward to.

Layla:

You’re welcome. And tell her I’ll make sure she gets the *very best* view of the lake. Perks of knowing the event organizer.

Hayes:

Cool.

Layla:

Perfect. Oh, and just so I cover all my bases—are you bringing a significant other? I want to make sure all your needs are being met.

Hayes:

Didn’t realize event organizers offered that level of customer service.

Layla:

Shit.

Layla:

No!! Not like That. By “all your needs” I meant—do you need more rooms booked? Extra space? Privacy?