CHEMISTRY

I noticed something like a chemistry between them Whenever Rhoda pats his arm, she looks like she’s whispering to a lover, but the topic is always how to get revenge.

“You’ve been such an excellent guest, so I’m taking you on my getaway,” she says.

A lump secures itself in my throat.

Rhoda chuckles. “We’re not going too far. And try not to vomit in the car.”

Valerie echoes Rhoda’s laughter, and she grabs the moment to talk about me in the third person. “If it wasn’t for her husband’s last name, you wouldn’t know she was linked to a ruthless husband. Some men don’t want a strong woman. They want someone who will make them feel big in comparison.”

“Those are weak men,” Valeri interjects. “I prefer a woman that can save my ass if I need it.”

“Is that so, Valeri?” purrs Rhoda . “I can’t think of any time that you need saving.”

The thought of them being romantically involved enters my mind, but I quickly push it away. I don’t want to be queasy. I’m relieved when the car enters the highway.