Chapter 16

"I’m going to pay the football guys half a million bucks to keep Kat out of the parties the rest of the season," I said.

There was a brief silence, then Jess said, "Are you serious?"

"I’m serious," I said. "Don’t worry. I’m good for it."

"It’s not a big deal," Jess said. "We can just give them a credit. Reduce cash flow."

I smiled. I loved how Jess had become a serious and sharp business woman.

"You’re not mad?" I asked.

"No, baby," she said. "I love you. I think it’s actually a good idea. Look, I’ve got to go." I heard laughter and the phone sound muffled. "I’ll see you tomorrow. Love you."

"I love you, too," I said and hung up.

And just like that, Kat was liberated. I texted her and asked her to call me when I had a free minute. I was a few minutes from home when the phone rang.

"Hey Kitty Kat," I said into th