“Business as usual?" Ricky asked Laura as they sat down for a late lunch together.
“Yes, why do you ask?" Laura replied, “I usually have a late lunch after orchestra rehearsal and before the prep school lets out.
“Well, I hadn't heard from you in a week or so, and when I did, your text made our lunch together seem less like a date and more like a business meeting," Ricky said, sounding slightly wistful.
“I was just following your lead; your tone in your message made me feel the same way, Counselor."
“Duly noted. We're here together now. Let's make the best of it. I heard the food is great."
“Hmm. May I ask you a question?"
“Sure. You just did."
“Stop playing with me. You know what I mean," she teased him, touching him gently on the arm.
“Okay. What's up?"
“Why did you want
