“You guys are making me really really aware of the fact that I’m single,” Briggs said, glaring at Hope and Daniel. Daniel had been whispering something in Hope’s ear, making her giggle. He turned to Briggs, who was seated across the table from them. “It’s not my fault you’re single. Why don’t you do something about it?” Briggs laughed. He was handsome, with a friendly personality and dimples. “Nah,” he shook his head. “I’m too young and …
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Chapter 16 – The Only One
Her whole body was tingling with pleasure. Hope stretched and opened her eyes, her lips curving at the memories from the night before. She reached for Daniel, but he wasn’t lying beside her. She drew herself up to a sitting position just as he walked in through the door that led to the dressing room. Hope pulled in a breath. He was already dressed for work in a perfect dark suit that made her want to drag him back into the bed. “Hey,” she …
Chapter 15 – The Only One
The next Monday, Hope was in meetings all morning, but listening to the senior partners nit-pick design issues, projects and deadlines was insufficient to dispel the haze of happiness she felt whenever her thoughts strayed to Daniel. Around her wrist was a stunning watch, the slim face encrusted with beautiful stones, a gift from him, and it was the most beautiful watch she’d ever owned. “Nice watch,” Agnes said admiringly when she …