Gary couldn’t comprehend Hailey’s interesting reason, but it wouldn’t come easily.

“I hope that day comes,” he said.

Hailey smiled, unsure of how to respond.

“You should get a boyfriend,” Gary suddenly said.

Hailey was stunned, and she gave him a look of disbelief. “Why do I feel like everything you’ve said tonight is a cliché?”

“I’m serious,” he said. “It’s better if he’s a dress fanatic like me. He’ll ask you to make dresses every ...