“Nice. Accepting compliments is hard for you, isn’t it?”
“Very.”
“You’ll have to get used to it.” She grinned.
“I think I could.” Probably not. But I could definitely get to like it.
* * * *
Maeve sent me a screenshot that evening of a text conversation between her and Harmony.
Maeve: The gesture was a little much, but apology accepted. I’d rather we kept our association purely professional from now on.
Harmony: I just want you to know I’m sorry and I was just having a really bad day because my friend bailed on me so I drank too much and it was dumb. I’m not like that really promise.
Maeve: Thanks for the explanation, but it’s not necessary. Lee Ann changed up our schedules so we don’t have to work together. Please respect my wishes.
Harmony: I’m so sorry it won’t happen again. I
