Side Hustle
I go to stand, and Heather reaches forward, taking my necklace between her fingers.
“You’re wearing a cat charm?”
“Oh, yeah. I almost forgot. It’s a joke.”
“A joke?”
“Wes’s sister, Quinn, is kind of a crazy cat lady, and their mom is very much a dog person. Their house is more divided than Bears and Packers fans living under the same roof.”
“So you’ve sided with Team Cat.”
“I do like cats.”
Heather laughs and stands with me, giving me a hug before I leave. I spot that one annoying eavesdropper on my way out. I wouldn’t think much of it, but she won’t stop looking at me. I put on my coat and glance her way.
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