Desires Die Hard

Chapter 166

Evan spent some time thinking about Lola’s pre–wedding vacation spot. Then, he finally pulled his thoughts back to work.

He spent the next 30 minutes buried in work

Comwall, his lawyer, called. “Mr. Welton, Deep–Water Harbor’s almost in our pocket. I think we can start commencing work on the land. Let me know your availability.”

“Let’s not rush into things so quickly. Shane won’t give up that easily. Make sure the legal paperwork for Deep–Water Harbor is all done up and ready.”

Comwall understood what Evan was trying to tell him. His reply showed an equal measure of caution. “Don’t worry, Mr. Welton. I’ll make sure everything is taken care of.”

“That’s great. Keep working on it,” Evan said. He trusted his lawyer.

“Don’t worry. I know what to do,” Cornwall replied.

Evan hung up. He started twirling the pen he was holding casually. It was obviously an expensive pen – finely made which allowed a smooth and easy grip. The young man stroked his chin thoughtfully. The image of Nathaniel popped up in his head.

He remembered how upset the boy had looked. There had been tears welling in the boy’s eyes.

Eudora had looked equally miserable despite her quiet and reserved demeanor.

Evan narrowed his eyes. He was convinced that they were his kids but he didn’t have any evidence to prove that.

There was no way Evan was going to steal someone’s children from them based on a conjecture. He set his thoughts aside. for the moment. There would be time later to think of a way to find out if they were his children.

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hand as she called Lola. She had done the first draft of her design for Lola’s bridal

and water in a clear stream.

chiffon shimmered like water in sunlight

wondered if Lola would like

through within seconds. Anya greeted the young woman cheerfully. “Hi, Ms.

moment?”

some time to spare,” Lola replied. She was currently in her dressing room. The makeup artist was doing her makeup.

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gown. Do you have time to take a look at the draft today?” Anys asked cautiously as she

help but feel cautious and nervous every

want another

done with the first draft?” Lola hadn’t expected Anya to

dress done soon. “Why don’t you come over now? I don’t have anything lined up for

can’t share it with

nodded profusely even though Lola couldn’t possibly see what she was doing. “Don’t worry, Ms.

now. Call me when you

time,

say a word, Dan started talking. “Ask Anya to join you for your

young woman froze momentarily. “Are you asking me to invite Anya to my pre–wedding