"Just. don't think about it, as having to meet someone," Valentina told Dewey who looked troubled by the spring break trip to Florida. She was waiting for Ollie. "Just go to clear your mind. Enjoy being with yourself."
It caught him off guard. So did the spring break trip to Florida. Evidently, he had no choice in the matter. Still, it seemed Valentina was on his side about this breakup with Angie. Of course, this baffled Dewey, as he went to get a glass a milk to finish off the brownies in the kitchen. He offered her one, but she shook her head, no.
"I see far too many sweets at the bakery," Valentina said rather even lipped. Finally, they heard the steps of Ollie coming down the steps. He had his backpack slung against one arm. He was ready to go to Valentina's.
"Don't have too much fun, now." Dewey did his best to joke.
"I won't," Ollie assured him it would be like boot camp. He would be on his best behavior at Valentina's.
"I would rather be here," Dewey admitted this was the first time he would ever be on an airplane.
"You've got Brick, to get you through this," Ollie smirked.
Dewey rolled his eyes at that. He guessed he'd have to be the cool uncle, after all.
"I hope I don't get sick." Dewey stuffed a brownie in his mouth.
Valentina only smiled. She grabbed Ollie's hand, ready to go. Her mom was waiting in the car.
Dewey envied them. How he wished he hadn't taken Angie for granted.
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