The merry-go-round finally juddered to a halt.

Dorothy was gently helped down by Everett, his voice cool as he pointed to a nearby bench, "Sit there. I'll watch the kids." "Okay, sure." She nodded and took a seat on the bench.

After taking @ moment to gather herself, she noticed a drinks vendor off to the right. Standing up, she went over and bought a bottle of water. By the time she got back, the bench had been taken.

Lucky for her, Everett had been quick to spot her discomfort, and she was off the ride before she felt too bad. Now it didn't really matter whether she sat or stood.

Twisting off the bottle cap, she had just taken a sip when she overheard two girls gossiping about Everett.

"I haven't seen a guy that hot in ages! And he's playing with his little brother and sister, so sweet!" "Yeah, totally. Snap a pic on the sly, will you? I need to show the girls so we can all swoon together!" "Swooning is overrated. You should go get his digits after.” "Why don't you go?" "You're the pretty one! You've got a better shot at snagging his number!" Dorothy hadn't intended to eavesdrop, but their voices were loud enough that she could hear them clearly from where she stood.

the first to actually make a move wasn't them

Everett give a cold glance and barely move his lips

saw Everett scanning the crowd

wave at him when the two girls in front of her got

way. Do you think he's looking at you?" "It seems like it. Hold my stuff, I'm going in for the kill!" "Wait, he's actually walking over here!" The pretty girl stood up and started towards him,

to the others, explaining the girl from earlier's

Abigail spotted Dorothy and ran towards

Everett, chuckling, "Daddy, do you think Mommy's gonna get jealous? You've been hit on by a bunch of girls!" "She won't." He kind

Dorothy paired with Abigail and Everett with Langston; Everett took

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