“Come on! A second childhood? No grown-up worries or responsibilities? A friend who’s always there for you and willing to help with your most intimate needs? The freedom to look cute to everybody you meet without doing anything? What do you have to lose?” Crystal said in that same melodious sing-songy voice.

Carley was buzzing with excitement at this point. She didn’t know what was causing it. It was making her feel a bit tipsy, as if she’d been drinking and then been given a chance to play a lottery she was guaranteed to win. She felt like shouting “yes, I’ll do it,” at the top of her lungs.

“So, whaddya say?” Crystal asked.

“It’s only for six months maximum, right?” Carley asked.

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