Chapter: 2322

"Couldn't you just start with something sweet for once? Is that so hard?" Her bubbling excitement fizzled, replaced by irritation. "Forget it. I should've stayed home. I'm Leaving!"

She spun on her heel, but before she could storm off, Dooley's hand shot out, catching her wrist. "Come on, don't be like that."

"Then say something sweet. A little flattery wouldn't hurt."

Dooley hesitated, clearly out of his depth. Compliments weren't exactly his strong suit.

Noticing the tiredness in Dooley's eyes, Naomi figured he'd been pushing himself hard just to get back sooner. "Fine. I'm the bigger person here. I'll let it slide. I'll ride with you to the station and help unload the truck. Then, you're buying me dinner."