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Craig Nybo

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“In two days. I need to establish residency in California for at least six months; it’ll save me a bundle later.”

“Well, I don’t know what to say. Kudos on getting out of this cold town and doing something worthwhile with your life.” It all came out in a jealous rush and Lucy immediately felt bad for her sarcastic tone. She didn’t want to hurt Tory; hurting Tory was like kicking a cocker spaniel who always comes back for more love. “Sorry about that; I don’t mean any offense. It’s just that—“

Tory didn’t look over at her, not even a slight flick of his eyes.

“Look, I’m happy for you; I really am. You are a smart guy and once you get up on your feet, I have no doubt that you will become filthy rich putting bad guys away.” Lucy reached for the door release, sneaking another look over her shoulder at him. “Tell you what, come on into the diner for breakfast on me before you leave. I’ll even sit down and eat with you, give you a proper send-off.” She pushed the door open. As she swung one leg out into the night, Tory touched her shoulder. She stopped moving.

“I want you to come with me,” he said.

Lucy halted, unable to move out of pure shock. She swung her leg back into the car and shut the door. The two of them sat for a long time, the car idling its warm rhythm, keeping time during the silence. Lucy looked up into the sky at Yellow Unicorn.

“This isn’t going down how I planned it,” Tory said. “Look, I’m not some kind of weird stalker. I’m not asking for anything but a little company. I know I’m not everything you’ve ever looked for in a guy. But I think that maybe if we get a fresh start, things might just, you know, come together.”

“I’ll come,” Lucy said. She felt amazed at how easily the words came from her mouth, two syllables and that was that, two syllables to make the decision of her life.

“What was that?” Tory said, letting up his grip on the steering wheel.

“I said, I’ll come. I’ll come to California with you. Don’t