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“Let’s go out. I’m craving seafood. Does that sound good?”

I smiled. “It does. Let me go change real quick.”

I headed to my room, feeling horrible about what was running through my mind. I had to trust him to do what he promised. I did, but I couldn’t help but feel that little kernel of doubt. I knew it was a huge deal to ask. I hated having to ask at all. He was in such a good mood. I didn’t want to ruin it by bringing it up. It would only start an argument and end up hurting his feelings. I told him I trusted him. I had to give him the benefit of the doubt.

I slipped on a dress, put on a little mascara, and returned to the living room to find him reading the script. He looked up when he saw me, smiling as he waved the thick booklet in his hand.

“How are you doing with this?”

I shrugged. “I’m hoping you’re going to help me.”

“Absolutely. We’ll eat and then come back and go at this.”

“Thank you,” I told him, giving him a kiss to show him just how much I appreciated his help.

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