“Kiera, did the boys tell you about the bachelor auction this weekend?”
“Oh, is that coming up already? I almost forgot!”
Mama’s annual fundraiser always forces everyone to get involved, even when I argue that I can’t. I’m proud of her for spearheading the event, but I hate that she makes me participate.
“Yes, and Emily, you should come too. There’s going to be a dinner, silent auction, and bachelor auction. If you’re single, you could find a new date.” She flashes her a wink, and my stomach sinks.
“A bachelor auction? What is that?” she asks.
“You bid on the guys, and the highest bidder wins a date with the bachelor!” Mama announces so casually. This is the worst f*****g day of my life.
“Oh wow… that sounds intense.”
“It’s a blast,” Kiera chimes in. “Everyone gets all dressed up in
