Favour

Written for https://fivedotoh.com/2024/01/02/fandangos-story-starter-130/

“If I asked you to do something for me, would you do it no matter what?” Jessie asked.

‘Well, it depends on what you want me to do,’ Peter said.

‘Can you go to town with me? I need to buy new boots. I could do with some advice.’

‘Last month, it was ten o’clock before we got back. Then you chose the first pair.’

‘Please, I’ll treat you to a caramel latte and cake.’

With a deep sigh, he nodded. They were best friends, and she joined him on a double date just to prevent him being axe murderer material. They spent all evening chatting, but at least a second meeting was on the horizon.

Boot shopping seemed fair, although on this occasion he would bring his comfortable shoes and lots of snacks.