SERENA: Do I know this redhead?
WEST: You ever hear of a show called Dusty Peaks? She used to be on that.
SERENA: Really?! How cool is that? You should introduce me.
WEST: LOL Deal.
SERENA: Well, the redhead in your life has a surprise for you.
WEST: Yeah? Do I get any hints?
SERENA: Let’s just say that I’m doing half of what you asked but the other half is a surprise.
I have no idea what she’s talking about but that’s okay. Any kind of surprise sounds like fun.
WEST: I can’t wait.
SERENA: And I’ve already arranged for Joey to sleep with Lindy, even though it’s a school night. Going forward, we can’t keep doing that because I think he keeps her up, but I explained our situation to Jayne and she was willing to let it happen.
WEST: Then we definitely owe Jayne one!
SERENA: We do.
WEST: Hey, have you heard anything about your car?
There’s a longer hesitation than usual before I see the three little dots indicating she’s typing out a response.
SERENA: It’s not good. The repairs will cost more than the car is worth. I told him I had to wait for you to get home, because I’m not sure what to do. Technically, I can afford a car payment. The question is, what kind of car?
WEST: Let’s table this until I get back, okay? I’m going to think about some possible options, and we can figure it out together. Deal?
SERENA: You’re really a good friend, West. I don’t know what I’d do without you right now.
WEST: You don’t have to worry about that, angel. I’m not going anywhere.
SERENA: Hurry home…
WEST: Two days until I get to touch you.
SERENA: I’m really looking forward to that.
WEST: Any news on your apartment?
SERENA: Rudy texted me this morning to say the electric is finally back on but all the pipes are frozen, so he said it’s better I stay where I am until he can get a plumber out there.
WEST: Damn. One thing after another.
SERENA: I know. I hope I don’t have to impose on you too much longer.
WEST: You’re not imposing. Have things been okay with you and Jayne?
SERENA: Things are awesome. I take Lindy to school with me and bring her home on the days Jayne has to work late. I cook dinner, and then Jayne cleans up while I spend time with Joey. It’s been really nice.
WEST: I knew you guys would get along.
SERENA: Did you know she wants to open a bookstore?
WEST: No! Is that a serious thing?