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hard and no muffin top. Nude heels. High enough to elongate the leg, short enough that you can walk comfortably.” She threw everything on the bed before striding back into the bathroom to finish her makeup.
    “It’s a movie, Cass. Don’t think too hard about it.”
    So easy for Lo to say. She’d probably spend her time in the dark sucking face with Dan.
    “Better?” Cass twirled for her.
    “Fantastic. Just one more thing,” Lo searched her makeup bag. “Lipgloss. Show off that luscious pout. Makes you more kissable.”
    “No kissing. He’s got some making up to do.”
    “Kissing is the best make up he could do,” Lo laughed.
    Cass shook her head, distracted by the butterflies trying to escape from inside her stomach.
    “Lo,” Cass looked up at her friend who looked perfection with her dark, bouncy curls and chocolate eyes framed perfectly in purple eyeliner.
    “No. No freaking out!” Lo demanded. “You’ve dated before. It’s just like that.”
    “I hated dating.” Cass focused on trying to calm her breathing.
    “Then don’t think of it that way. Look at me,” Lo grabbed her, staring into her eyes. “You are a remarkable person, Cassidy Moore. You are strong, powerful. You’ve moved up in the ranks of a traditionally male industry. You’ve busted balls and stood up for those who are normally ignored. I know you. I love you. If Toph is an ass again, I’ll be right there to help you take him down. I might even lead the way.”
    Cass grinned, her cheeks pressing against Lo’s hands. “It’s going to be okay,” she sighed. “I’m okay.”
    “Good. Now, I’ve got a makeout session to get to, and you’ve got makeup kissing waiting. Where are my keys?”
    “No kissing.”
    “Heavy petting?”
    “No.”
    “Oral sex.”
    “Shut up, or I might beat you.”

    * * *
    “ L o !” Dan waved from in front of the theater. He wore a dark leather jacket, black jeans, and a light blue shirt that set off his vibrant blue eyes. No wonder Lo couldn’t resist. Against his light brown skin, his eyes popped. He was stunning to look at.
    “Hi, honey,” Lo purred, landing a hot and heavy kiss on her man’s lips. Cass bit her lip. It was going to be a long night.
    “Where’s Toph?” she asked as she pulled away. Dan wrapped his arm around her shoulders, pulling her close.
    “He went in to grab the tickets. Hey, Cass,” Dan smiled, his unnaturally straight teeth gleaming. She was far too fascinated by those teeth.
    “Hey guys,” Toph said, as if on cue. Cass blushed. She couldn’t help it. “Hi, Cass,” he said, tense and worried.
    “Hi,” she said, not offering any more. Mad’s voice in her head, reminding her that this was on him to make her feel more comfortable. She wasn’t going to do him any favors.
    Frigid Bitch Queen. Paging Frigid Bitch Queen. Oh, yeah, she was comfortably in place.
    “Let’s go in,” Dan said. “Lo and I will get the snacks. Why don’t you guys go inside?” he recommended.
    Toph nodded, motioning for her to walk in front of him. Cass leaned into Lo, “If you fucking disappear, I will cut off those luscious curls while you’re sleep. And no, I’m not kidding.”
    Lo snorted and shooed her on.
    “I’m sorry, Cass,” Toph got straight to it.
    Cass bit her lip, but said nothing.
    “Look, I was drunk. I know that’s not an excuse, but I was. I just got out of a long-term relationship, and Lo and Dan said…well, I should’ve known better,” he shuffled his feet, his hair flopping in his eyes. Cass’ heart melted a little bit, but the Frigid Bitch Queen wasn’t ready to let him off that easy.
    “Well, that’s a start,” she said, and before he could say anything, she continued, “Look, Toph, I’m not whatever they told you I am. I’m easy to talk to. I like to get to know people, but I’m slow to trust, and not always the easiest person. I’m not easy. In fact, I’m pretty difficult. So if you’re still looking to get laid, and get laid fast,