“Tyler’s only here today because of Yvette.‘

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Rachel could see what William was thinking by the look on his face She couldn’t help but smile at her own foolishness. Men were always the same. They never questioned what they did wrong but they’d never allow their partner to step out of line.

Then there was what Howard had said earlier. Something about William and Tyler. But Tyler’s sudden entrance had interrupted him. What had he been about to say?

Just then, Tyler and Yvette walked out together.

Everyone’s eyes followed them curiously.

William actually looked amused, even teasing as he said, “Mr. Hun, Lapologize on Rachel’s behalf. She didn’t know you and Yvette were inside. She walked in by mistake.”

Tyler started to explain, “It’s not what you-”

But Rachel cut in before he could finish with an apologetic expression. “Mr. Hunt, I’m really sorry. I should’ve knocked. I didn’t mean to intrude.”

At first glance, she looked completely sincere. But if one looked closely, there was the faintest trace of mischief in her eyes.

and studied her expression for a

he’d been

part of Rachel’s plan? Or had Rachel simply taken the opportunity

had become someone else’s chess piece, and a

shy, mumbled softly, “Rachel,

be sure to knock next time,”

and showed

and Tyler would get together. That would give the Lloyd

have much to fall back on. Without the Lloyd family’s protection, life would be tough

he wasn’t Rachel’s husband, he’d still be her brother–in–law. He could help take

mind, Jim nodded with satisfaction. “Alright, let’s all

was still holding her arm, and Tyler’s shoulder accidentally bumped into her other

Tyler slid past her with quiet

her heart clenched. The spot he

she had done it all intentionally? It was just a spur–of–the–moment decision. If he hadn’t gotten tangled

Rachel told

everyone was seated, Rachel didn’t overthink things and started helping herself to the dishes she

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