Short Changed || #ONC2022

Chapter V

It was strangely therapeutic, actually. Especially since Candy's reactions were often even more critical than her own.

"This one has three men in the pictures," Candy pointed out, squinting down at the phone. "Is it a package deal? All three at once?"

Annabelle winced. "No. Sometimes people just put pictures of themselves with their friends."

"Ah, so that you don't know which one you're signing up for. I like it. Adds mystery and drama."

"I usually avoid them."

Another swipe. Another scrutinising stare from Candy.

It was some guy in full skiing gear -- complete with a helmet, gloves, and protective glasses. It was an action shot, too, of him swerving down a mountain blanketed with snow.

"This one likes skiing!" Annabelle pointed out.

Candy shook her head. "But his face is hidden behind the helmet."

"True, but skiing is fun. What if he takes me on a date on a snowy mountain?"

"What if he has blue hair beneath his helmet?"

"I'm swiping yes, Candy."

"If he has blue hair..."

Annabelle ignored Candy's warning stare. Instead, she showed her the next man in the queue.

Instantly, Candy made a face. "His hair is in a knot."

"It's called a man-bun."

"It's ugly."

"I think it's kind of cute."

"Well, Miss Annabelle, I think it looks like my mother's--"

Candy never got to finish, for they were interrupted by a buzz from the phone.

It's a match!

"I matched with the skiing guy!"

"Ask him if he has blue hair."

"I should at least say hello first."

Candy gave her a warning look. Annabelle threw her hands up in surrender.

"Okay, fine!"

Do you have blue hair?

She shouldn't have been surprised by the instant response, considering they had just matched at the same time. Still, it made her jump.

Hahaha

That's the first time someone has asked me that

Instantly, Candy snatched the phone from her, typing her own reply.

u didnt answer the q

is it a yes or no

"Lord, your typing is appalling," Annabelle said, grabbing the phone back. "Aren't grandmas supposed to have good grammar?"

Candy rolled her eyes. "Do you think I have the time in my life expectancy for perfect grammar?"

"Candy!"

The old woman chuckled. "Lighten up, Annabelle! It's a joke."

A ding from her phone. They both stared down.

hahaha yes i actually did dye a bit of my hair blue. it's kind of fading now lol

"Candy! Look!"

"What--" Candy paled. "Oh my god. He does have blue hair. Unswipe! Unswipe right now!"

"He's going to think I'm crazy!"