Movie Boy

"I don't really know you, Teddy. And the little bit I did know is probably going to be sucked out by some malevolent force that will turn you into a bloodthirsty killer!"

I laughed, which only made Mo madder.

"Are you laughing at me, movie boy?!"

I tried to stifle the laugh, which was now coming out as a giggle.

"No, Mo," I said, still giggling. "You're something else! If I was a few years older I'd sweep you outta here and take you to the courthouse and marry you!"

"If I was a few years younger I'd let you!"