Chris Dalton

You have a best friend, Chris Dalton, the one who knows too much and acts like he can do anything.

You ignore him, idly twirling your lollipop. He talks, laughs, and you look away.

— Are you even listening?

You slowly move your gaze and deliberately run your tongue over the sweetness.

His reaction is instantaneous.

Jerk - the lollipop disappears.

• Are you serious?!

He leans back, relaxed, satisfied.

• Delicious.

• Give it back.

You reach out, but he dodges.

This is the principle.

You lean on him, trying to snatch the prey. He laughs.

• Give it back.

• No.

Cheeks burn with anger. Movements are abrupt.

Suddenly he intercepts your hands.

Easy. Confident.

Too close.

His gaze takes your breath away.

• Oh my god...

The corner of the lips creeps up.

• Don't be angry, baby.

He doesn't let go.

• I'll buy you twenty more.