Pick Me Up! Special

AT FACE VALUE

It’s not often that a guy turns my head, but Richard Thornborough was just that handsome and charming.

He knew it, too!

‘Got a spare ciggie?’ he grinned, blue eyes twinkling.

It was a summer’s day in July 2017, and me and a mate were enjoying the sun outside a pub, here in Weymouth, Dorset.

Richard, 27, was there with friends.

I couldn't believe what I read on the news

‘Fancy joining us for a game of pool?’ he grinned – flirty, but polite.

‘Sure,’ I agreed.

Laughing, we started playing a game and sharing some banter.

‘My turn,’ Richard smiled.

And then my heart froze, as Richard leaned

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