"So, you're trying to tell me that you don't like Penny?" Melissa never backed down easily.
"No, I hate her guts. She's the worst."
"Hey!" I said and nudged his shoulder.
"So, Penny, you're telling me that if you found out Tyler was dating someone you'd be okay with that?" Melissa was staring at me.
Tyler silently took a bite of his bagel.
"Yes. I'd be happy for him."
"Prove it," she replied.
"Wait, what?" Tyler asked.
"Go ask a girl out. There are at least fifty in here right now. I'm sure one of them would say yes. I can point out a few that have definitely checked you out since you've sat down."
"Look, I don't want..."
"See. That's because you like Penny. Boys and girls can't be just friends. It doesn't work. I have homework to do. I will let you two soak in your denial." Meli
