I waited for Ronnie to get up, and I heard him take big breaths, taking in my scent. “You originally smelled of citrus and berries. Now you smell confusing. Like you added vanilla and cinnamon. It’s weird.”
“Okay. Now let’s try removing your scent all together.” My father tossed out and I had to think. What removes a smell from the air, other than air fresheners or candles?
“I know this will sound stupid…” Ronnie started, but I just scoffed.
“I’m picturing a scented candle in my mind to protect me from my shitty mate. Something that shouldn’t work, and it’s just ridiculous. I don’t think we can get any worse.”
He pointed at me and smiled. “True. I was just thinking, a vacuum. It sucks everything in.” I debated the idea.
“It doesn’t have to be a perfect idea. Just something you can fo
