The Click Trilogy (77 page)

From: Shelley Manning – June 8, 2014 – 4:45 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Where are you?

I don't.  But over the years I've been around enough drunkards to know what works.

From: Renee Greene – June 8, 2014 – 4:47 PM

To: Shelley Manning

Subject: Re: Where are you?

Don't tell me it's sex.  PLEASE don't tell me it's sex.

From: Shelley Manning – June 8, 2014 – 4:50 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Where are you?

It's not sex.  This is one instance where that is decidedly NOT the answer.  1/4 ounce Worcheshire sauce, 1/4 ounce Tabasco, 1/4 ounce pickle juice and one raw egg.  Trust me.  Do this and you WILL feel better.

From: Renee Greene – June 8, 2014 – 4:58 PM

To: Shelley Manning

Subject: Re: Where are you?

Uh, I don't know about this.

From: Shelley Manning – June 8, 2014 – 5:01 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Where are you?

Trust me.  Have I ever steered you wrong?  Before you answer, give that some real thought.  I have NEVER steered you wrong and you know it.

From: Renee Greene – June 8, 2014 – 5:05 PM

To: Shelley Manning

Subject: Re: Where are you?

Okay.  I will give it a try.

From: Shelley Manning – June 8, 2014 – 5:45 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Where are you?

So…feeling better?

From: Renee Greene – June 8, 2014 – 5:46 PM

To: Shelley Manning

Subject: Re: Where are you?

I threw up!

From: Shelley Manning – June 8, 2014 – 5:47 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Where are you?

And you feel better, don't you?

From: Shelley Manning – June 8, 2014 – 5:55 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Where are you?

Don't you?  Don’t make me come down there!

From: Renee Greene – June 8, 2014 – 5:59 PM

To: Shelley Manning

Subject: Re: Where are you?

Yes, I feel better.

From: Shelley Manning – June 8, 2014 – 6:01 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Where are you?

Like I said, I've never steered you wrong.  Call me tomorrow when you are
really
feeling better.  Mwah! Mwah!

Chapter 29 – Truth or Consequences

From: Mark Finlay – June 12, 2014 – 3:30 PM

To: Marnie Glass

Subject: The truth shall set you free

You lied to me.

From: Marnie Glass – June 12, 2014 – 3:49 PM

To: Mark Finlay

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

What are you talking about?

From: Mark Finlay – June 12, 2014 – 3:54 PM

To: Marnie Glass

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

You are NOT 5 feet tall. I tried explaining to a friend how short (I mean petite, right?) you are and showed where you come up to my chest when we're standing next to each other. He said there is no way you are 5 feet tall.

From: Marnie Glass – June 12, 2014 – 3:57 PM

To: Mark Finlay

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

Oh. I'm ashamed to admit you are right. I'm 4'10. Are you angry with me? I can't tell if you're angry at me.

From: Mark Finlay – June 12, 2014 – 3:59 PM

To: Marnie Glass

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

You are not 4'10!

From: Marnie Glass – June 12, 2014 – 3:59 PM

To: Mark Finlay

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

I am!

From: Marnie Glass – June 12, 2014 – 4:03 PM

To: Mark Finlay

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

Oh no. I just used a measuring tape to measure myself. You're right. I'm 4'9. 4'9! Not only did I lie to you, I've been lying to myself for more than a decade.

From: Mark Finlay – June 12, 2014 – 4:04 PM

To: Marnie Glass

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

Anything else you want to confess?

From: Marnie Glass – June 12, 2014 – 4:09 PM

To: Mark Finlay

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

I don't like Star Trek. I ate two sprinkle donuts for breakfast. And I dye my hair because I'm going prematurely gray. That's everything. Now you know all of my darkest secrets. Still want to date me?

From: Mark Finlay – June 12, 2014 – 4:11 PM

To: Marnie Glass

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

Of course. I love you.

From: Marnie Glass – June 12, 2014 – 4:12 PM

To: Mark Finlay

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

You "love" me? You've never told me that before.

From: Mark Finlay – June 12, 2014 – 4:14 PM

To: Marnie Glass

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

I haven't? Well, I do.

From: Marnie Glass – June 12, 2014 – 4:19 PM

To: Mark Finlay

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

I know given everything you have gone through, that's big. And in case it wasn't obvious, I love you, too. And even if it was obvious, I want to say it. So I'll say it again. I love you. I've felt like that for a long while now but didn't want to freak you out or anything. So I guess THAT is my last confession. Now you truly know it all.

From: Mark Finlay – June 12, 2014 – 4:23 PM

To: Marnie Glass

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

And your response is one of the million things I love about you. Now get back to work. I hear Ethan is a tyrant for a boss.

From: Marnie Glass – June 12, 2014 – 4:24 PM

To: Mark Finlay

Subject: Re:  The truth shall set you free

;)

From: Marnie Glass – June 16, 2014 – 2:11 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Sunday Sundaes

Renee, Mark mentioned that diner Mel's is a favorite haunt for you and Ashley.  I saw an article online that next Sunday they will be offering 35 cent sundaes to celebrate its 35th anniversary.  And 35 lucky people will win free sundaes for a year.  Wanted to pass that along so you two could check it out.  Happy eating!

From: Renee Greene – June 16, 2014 – 2:19 PM

To: Marnie Glass

Subject: Re: Sunday Sundaes

Oh my gosh!  That is amazing.  We will definitely check it out.   Thanks for thinking of us.  Would you like to join us?

From: Marnie Glass – June 16, 2014 – 2:24 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Sunday Sundaes

That is such a nice offer.  Thank you so much, but I think I'll pass. I know that place is special to you guys and I wouldn't want to impose.  But I would love to grab a bite someplace else sometime.

From: Renee Greene – June 16, 2014 – 2:30 PM

To: Marnie Glass

Subject: Re: Sunday Sundaes

It wouldn't be an imposition.  I just invited you.  But I understand and appreciate your thoughtfulness.  I would love to hang out.  I know Mark is out of town this weekend visiting his brother.  What about Saturday night?

From: Marnie Glass – June 16, 2014 – 2:32 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Sunday Sundaes

I can't on Saturday night.  Maybe next Monday?

From: Renee Greene – June 16, 2014 – 2:34 PM

To: Marnie Glass

Subject: Re: Sunday Sundaes

Don't tell me that ogre of a boss of yours (Ha! Ha!) is making you work on a Saturday night.

From: Marnie Glass – June 16, 2014 – 2:40 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Sunday Sundaes

I'm going to tell Ethan you called him an ogre.  I'm sure he'll love that.  ;)  No, I am having some of my best girlfriends over to watch a movie.  We're not really big drinkers.  We're kind of geeks.  Not "Star Trek" type geeks, but just not into hanging out at bars all of the time.  Once a month we take turns hosting an 80's movie.  This Saturday it's my turn.  We're watching Pretty in Pink.  Do you want to come over?

From: Renee Greene – June 16, 2014 – 2:43 PM

To: Marnie Glass

Subject: Re: Sunday Sundaes

Someone really fun and cool just recently told me that she didn't want to impose on traditions among friends.

From: Marnie Glass – June 16, 2014 – 2:46 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Sunday Sundaes

And someone equally fun and cool told me it isn't an imposition when it's an invitation.  Come!  It will be fun.

From: Renee Greene – June 16, 2014 – 2:48 PM

To: Marnie Glass

Subject: Re: Sunday Sundaes

Okay.  I'm in.  Thanks.  I'll bring my famous chocolate chip cookies.

From: Marnie Glass – June 16, 2014 – 2:50 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Sunday Sundaes

Yum!  I'll give you a call later to give you directions to my place.

From: Renee Greene – June 16, 2014 – 2:53 PM

To: PBCupLover

Subject: Fwd: Re: Sunday Sundaes

See this email exchange. When I first saw the beginning I thought she might be pulling a “Cassidy” and trying to horn in on our Mel's lunches but she's so sweet and awesome. She was just being thoughtful. I really like this girl.  I'm going to hang with her on Saturday night if that's okay.

From: PBCupLover – June 16, 2014 – 2:55 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re:  Fwd: Re: Sunday Sundaes

So I'm an ogre?

From: Renee Greene – June 16, 2014 – 2:58 PM

To: PBCupLover

Subject: Re:  Fwd: Re: Sunday Sundaes

Oops.  Forgot that was in there.  Ha!  Well, of course I was just kidding.  But seriously, that's your take away?  It should be, "Good job, Babe, at setting Mark up with a really awesome girl."

From: PBCupLover – June 16, 2014 – 3:02 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re:  Fwd: Re: Sunday Sundaes

Sorry, I was too busy eating a baby (and sticking a nose in where it doesn't belong, as we ogres tend to do) to comment you on sticking your nose in where it really doesn’t belong.   I'm glad you like this girl and even more glad that Mark likes her.  I just hope it doesn't blow up in your face.  I kind of like your nose.

From: Renee Greene – June 16, 2014 – 3:04 PM

To: PBCupLover

Subject: Re:  Fwd: Re: Sunday Sundaes

Oh, don't worry about my nose.  She's the one.  I can just feel it.

From: Renee Greene – June 16, 2014 – 3:06 PM

To: Ashley Gordon, Shelley Manning

Subject: Fwd: Sunday Sundaes

See below from Marnie.  Mel's is having a special promo on Sunday.  Shelley, I know you probably can't fly down for the day, but Ashley, surely you can part with my sweet Angel for an hour or two and help me win free sundaes for a year.

From: Ashley Gordon – June 16, 2014 – 5:09 PM

To: Renee Greene, Shelley Manning

Subject: Re: Fwd: Sunday Sundaes

I'm there.  I will pick you up at noon.  Just because they are 35 cents, doesn't mean you need to eat more than one.  And if you win, just promise me you won't start indulging in your free sundaes until after the wedding.  You've been working so hard to look good in your dress.

From: Renee Greene – June 16, 2014 – 5:13 PM

To: Ashley Gordon, Shelley Manning

Subject: Re: Fwd: Sunday Sundaes

First I need to win and then I can work on resisting temptation until July 6.  I'll be ready and waiting.

From: Shelley Manning – June 16, 2014 – 6:09 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Fwd: Re: Fwd: Sunday Sundaes

I would need to eat a year's worth of ice cream just to put up with Ashley.

From: Renee Greene – June 16, 2014 – 6:13 PM

To: Shelley Manning

Subject: Re: Fwd: Re: Fwd: Sunday Sundaes

She's not that bad.  You kind of get used to it.  She speaks the truth.  A cold, hard, ugly truth I don't always want to hear.  But it's the truth and keeps me in check.

From: Shelley Manning – June 16, 2014 – 6:16 PM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Fwd: Re: Fwd: Sunday Sundaes

I'll give her a "hip check" if she doesn't lay off .  Enjoy your sundaes, Sweetie.  You've had a rough six months and deserve it.  Mwah! Mwah!

From: Renee Greene – June 22, 2014 – 10:02 AM

To: Mark Finlay

Subject: Marnie rocks!

OMG Mark!  I was at Marnie's last night. Have you been to her apartment? You see those amazing paintings? I mean I knew she was this analytical spreadsheet person by day, but I had no idea that she was this creative and funky artist at night. Amazing!

From: Mark Finlay – June 22, 2014 – 10:04 AM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Marnie rocks!

Yeah, I know. I'm dating her.

From: Renee Greene – June 22, 2014 – 10:06 AM

To: Mark Finlay

Subject: Re: Marnie rocks!

She's just so creative and cool and so fun to be around.

From: Mark Finlay – June 22, 2014 – 10:07 AM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Marnie rocks!

Yeah, I know. I'm dating her.

From: Renee Greene – June 22, 2014 – 10:09 AM

To: Mark Finlay

Subject: Re: Marnie rocks!

I mean, seriously.  She's great.  And so sweet too.  She's like a hug in a box.

From: Mark Finlay – June 22, 2014 – 10:10 AM

To: Renee Greene

Subject: Re: Marnie rocks!