Back at it Again (One-on-One)

“Because once we do this, we can’t go back.”

***

He rolled his eyes.

“Say ‘fantastic’ one more time...”

 

She nodded and took a deep breath.

“If you find me murdered, know thst it was probably the government.”

***

He squinted at her.

“I’m going to toss you into the Well.”

 

She smirked, nudging him playfully.

“I’m kidding. Demons can’t die.”

***

He raised an eyebrow and took a step towards her.

 

“Yes, I am. I’m the demon. You’re the angel.”

 

“Compared to me you are.”

 

She smirked.

“Neither am I.”

***

“Apologize for saying fantastic.”

 

She smirked as they approached the main desk.

“Losing your lack of religion.”

***

He squinted down at her.

“I will pick you up.”

 

“That is true.”

***

He frowned.

“Yuh huh.”

 

“I can tell,” she said wryly as they got to the front desk. Mike glanced up from the computer, a grin on his face.

“Hey, Val. How are you?”

“Eh. Could be worse.”

“That’s excellent to hear. I’ll tell Maxine you’re here.”

***

He paused before crouching down to pick her up.

 

She pulled him over to the waiting chairs, sitting with her legs crossed.

***

“Yuh Huh!