Janelle smiled, leaning in closer to her coworker and new-found friend Theresa. “I really think I needed a drink tonight.” Theresa laughed, waving at the bartender to come their way. “I know honey, that’s why I asked you. We’ve been going here every Friday after work for almost a year and you’ve yet to join us.” “I didn’t know I was invited.” The words left her mouth and she immediately wanted to take them back. She’d been so busy taking care of her family when she was younger, she never made much time for friends. It still came hard for her, acting casual around people, loosening up. “Anyone and everyone from work are always wanted. It’s a standing, open invitation.” Theresa smiled at the bartender who smiled in return. “Hey Bud. Me and my friend here, we want one of your special butterscotch martinis.” “Don’t you wanna experience a real drink, Theresa? Not some frou-frou crap?” The bartender leaned in close, his expression flirtatious and he clearly had eyes only for her.
