(Asher)
We finished our lunch without bringing up my family again. Harlow told me about a few things she wanted us to do together over the weekend. I listened while enjoying the steak she'd brought me here to try. Despite the unexpected conversation, I was having a good time with her.
"Was the food worth the drive?" she asked.
"Definitely. Greta knows what she's talking about."
"Good. I was hoping you'd like it."
"I like everything about today, baby."
After dessert, Harlow paid the bill despite my offer to cover it. She reminded me that she'd invited me out and intended to pay for everything. I wasn't going to argue with her over something she'd clearly enjoyed planning. We left the restaurant holding hands.
On the drive back, I kept thinking about Dylan. I remembered the countless
