Slots & Sticks

I’ve been in love with her forever. She has no idea.

We’re friends. Best friends, if you ask her. But every time Dot Shaw smiles at me, I wonder how much longer I can play it cool.

There’s just one problem—we’re both holding out.
Two virgins. Two disasters at dating.
And two people way too good at pretending we don’t want more.

Dot’s different from anyone I’ve ever known. Quiet. Brilliant. Beautiful in ways she’ll never believe. While the rest of the world saw her mom’s fame, I saw the girl hiding behind her books. And I’ve wanted her since the day we met.

Now life’s throwing us together—long nights, too many almosts, and even a road trip that makes it impossible to ignore the truth.

She thinks I’m untouchable. I think she’s unforgettable.

And I’m done pretending.

Because Dot isn’t just my best friend—she’s the only shot that’s ever mattered.