The Monthly Chronic-les of Life
Chapter 6: Sweetest Day Secrets in Motion
Monday, October 14th: Youngstown, Ohio
Paul sat alone in his living room, pretending to be engrossed in football highlights, though his mind was on his Sweetest Day surprise for Christy. She was in Florida, likely thinking he’d forgotten about the romantic holiday, but little did she know, Paul had plans in motion.
His phone buzzed. Another text from Christy.
Christy: "So, football again this weekend? Big plans, huh?"
Paul: "Just watching highlights. You?"
Christy: "Oh, you know. Just here in Florida. Alone. Not thinking about Sweetest Day at all..."
Paul grinned, seeing through her playful guilt trip. Christy and her best friend Lisa had been scheming all weekend, using subtle tactics to make him feel bad about prioritizing football over Sweetest Day. But what she didn’t know was that Paul had already booked a flight to Florida. He had a surprise weekend planned—romantic dinner, flowers, and a quiet stroll on the beach. Until then, he had to keep the football-loving-boyfriend act going.
Setting his phone aside, Paul reached for the jar of Creating Better Days Nano-CBD Gummies - Watermelon on the counter. Originally, he bought them for Christy to help her relax, but since she wasn’t around, he figured he could use some to unwind himself. The weekend of football had done a number on his back, and he needed to stay chill until the big reveal.
As the sweet watermelon flavor spread through his mouth, Paul couldn’t help but smile. She’s gonna flip when I show up on her doorstep.
Meanwhile in Florida…
Christy sat on her beachside balcony, the golden sunset painting the sky. Her phone buzzed in her hand, another message from Lisa encouraging her to stick to the plan.
Christy: He’s still acting like Sweetest Day doesn’t exist.
Lisa: Good. Keep it up. He’ll crack.
Christy: I don’t know... he seems too calm.
Lisa: Don’t let up! Trust me, this is how you get him to do something grand.
Christy sighed, texting Paul back with another playful jab.
“Don’t get too wrapped up in football. You might miss something important this weekend...”
She hit send and leaned back, wondering if there was more to Paul’s nonchalance than he let on. Maybe she was wrong, but her gut told her he wasn’t as distracted as he seemed.
- Will Christy catch onto Paul’s Sweetest Day surprise, or will he manage to keep it hidden?
- How will Christy’s “MANipulation” strategy shift if she senses Paul is planning something big?
- What will the Sweetest Day weekend reveal about Paul and Christy’s dynamic?