Chapter 156

“Are not going to kick off in the next few months just because you’re not there. You think they’d want you to turn your back on happiness for their sakes? You’re doing it again, you know, ordering a single cone when you really want a double.”

“Michelle…”

“The only reason you don’t want to stay is because you know he’s The One, so you’re running away as fast as possible.”

More outrage noises. Really good ones. “Why on earth would I do that to myself?”

“The same reason I slept with Sledge instead of pursuing someone who made more sense as a partner. But knowledge is power, and I’m changing my strategy.” Michelle tapped her head smugly. “I made a list of everything I want in a guy. Then I crossed off the cosmetic ones. You know—heart-stoppingly gorgeous, loves to dance, penis the size of a salami.”

“Shh.” Candace peered around for anyone close enough to hear, giggling into her hand.

“And you know what I ended up with?” She stopped to let Candace enjo