Chapter 88 Leanne froze, tightening her knitted cardigan around her, shielding her nightgown from the chill. Curtis slipped the cozy slipper onto her feet and let go. Leanne immediately planted…
Chapter 89 The beef steak was tasteless. In the end, Joy had to toss it back into the pan for another sizzle with seasonings. The roasted lamb chop was so…
Chapter 90 Everyone in the office understood the unspoken rules, so a hush fell over the room. With tears smudging her mascara, Amy lamented, “We’re screwed! Why does ev everyone…
Chapter 86 Curtis only noticed Austin standing there by then. Austin nodded politely at Curtis, and then introduced himself briefly to Leanne. “Oh, so you’re Joy’s boss,” Leanne realized with…
Chapter 87 Leanne finally relented and invited him in in a gesture of obligatory hospitality. But making coffee was off the table. Leanne’s politeness only stretched so far. Curtis wandered…
Chapter 84 Austin revved up the engine of his Mercedes as he and Joy sped towards Crystal Cove Villas. Joy was on her cell, dialing Curtis’ number. The moment he…
Chapter 85 “Serious? You come banging on my door first thing in the morning only to ask me that?” Moving was a hassle and a half, and Leanne was a…
Chapter 81 Leanne had just finished preparing dinner, a well-orchestrated spread that thankfully didn’t. resemble the chaotic mess of her last attempt. The dishes looked downright presentable this time. She…
Chapter 82 Alan wore a pained expression, apologizing once more, “I’m really sorry, Ms. Wright. You came out of nowhere, I swear I didn’t see you.” Curtis stormed out of…
Chapter 83 The ring was a match to his own, and Curtis approached the table to pick it up Leanne’s fingers were slender, her wedding band tailored to fit. She…
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