C80 Just the beginning

**Valerie**

“Damn it,” he exclaimed, a loud laugh escaping before he quickly stifled it, likely concerned about being overheard. “It’s like you’re literally my soulmate. You just know the right things to do.”

I clenched my jaw, tired of all his idiotic remarks. “I'll take that as a yes then.”

“So, do you feel better after doing this to Karen? Your voice doesn’t sound excited,” Adam observed