House Mouses
Look, it's okay. We all have fears. I'm so claustrophobic, I can't even go into the downstairs supply closet. I hear they have some hot new binder clips, but I'll never know.
Jake takes her hand, squeezing gently, and she grabs his shoulder, making him squeak.
"We don't have to do this, Ames", he says softly, and she nods shakily.
"I know. I have to. Rosa overcame her fear of needles… and Gina overcame her fear of businesswomen?"
"They locked you in the trunk of a car!" his voice was indignant, and he squeezes her hand tighter.
"I know".
"How about I go down and bring all the binder clips up?" he says finally, and her eyes soften. "Okay? I'm happy to wait and go down there with you… but maybe we can bring them up today?"
"Thank you Jake". Her voice is soft, and he beams at her.