Petty in Pink: A Novella

A Valentine's Day spin-off set in the world of The Devil Wears Black, this novella follows two longtime friends with benefits whose casual arrangement is upended by unexpected circumstances. Layla Schmidt, a teacher, has maintained a six-year arrangement with Grant Gerwig, an oncologist, keeping their relationship strictly physical with no romantic involvement. Layla has avoided commitment due to her difficult romantic history, while Grant, though wanting more, respects her boundaries. When a coworker's wedding brings someone from Layla's past into her life, it triggers a series of impulsive decisions. After an adrenaline-fueled night, Layla discovers she is pregnant. Now Layla and Grant must navigate conversations about their future and prepare for parenthood, discovering that their carefully maintained emotional distance may not survive what comes next.