Clutch
Jimmy left us, and I tried to get our conversation back on track.
“So, I kind of said a lot of things, and then Jimmy came in, and then you sort of ran out…” I said.
“Again, I’m so sorry about that,” Eldie said.
“You don’t have to apologize, Doc. I just wanted to make sure you heard what I said. About, you know, how I feel and everything,” I said, finding it hard to keep eye contact. I hated this. I hated feeling weak in front of her. For some reason I wanted her to know that I was strong. I needed her to know that if she was with me, I’d always protect her.
What the f**k? If she was with me? What did that mean? Was I looking for a relationship with Eldie?
“Clutch?” Eldie waved a hand in front of my face, snapping me to attention. “You okay?” She chuckled.
“No… no Doc, I don
