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CHAPTER FOUR
Out of Contact
Dare
To: Jenny <8675309@j…>
Jenny,
Remember how I mentioned a big trip with work? I’m leaving today. Not sure about cell coverage where we’re going. Spotty Wi-Fi for sure. I might not be able to respond for a while, but I’ll be in touch when I can. Until then, take Bigfoot repellent with you when you hike. Can’t have you trapped in his lair again. And be careful when you go out on dates. Please remember the precautions I told you.
Take care,
Dare
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Re: Out of Contact
Jenny <8675309@…>
To: Dare
Dare,
Thanks for letting me know. I hope your trip goes well. Safe travels! Repellent is in my purse. Might come in handy in other situations. No more dates planned, however. The message-in-the-bottle list is good at weeding people out. If someone does meet the requirements, I will be careful and remember your precautions. Promise!
Thanks,
Jenny
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Been a while
Dare
To: Jenny <8675309@…>
Hey, Jenny,
Sorry to be out of touch for so long. Okay, two weeks isn’t that long, but it feels like forever. It’s been crazy busy here. I had a free minute and an internet connection, so I wanted to say hi and that I was thinking about you.
That’s probably weird when I know nothing about you except your first name and the state where you live, but I miss our texting. Can’t wait to get home so we can do that again. Unless, of course, you’re dating someone and he’s the jealous type. Totally would understand if that’s the case. If you were my girl, I wouldn’t want you texting some random dude. If you’re not with someone, I hope you haven’t had to use the repellent!
As for life here, it’s not bad. Food sucks, and I’d love a burger, fries, and chocolate milkshake right now, but things could be worse. We’re getting the job done, and that’s what matters.
Take care,
Dare
P.S. Dare is a nickname for Darragh. A family name. My great-grandfather. Don’t think I ever told you that.
P.P.S. I was outside last night and looked up at the sky. It was a clear night and breathtaking. I thought of you and wondered if you had the same view. I know some parts of Washington get a lot of rain, but I hope it wasn’t cloudy where you live.
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