Jonathan stroked her cheek, “I hope what she’s yearning for is family, not money. And I hope she understands what we’re trying to do for her. That she stays true to herself and doesn’t get blinded by wealth.”

Estelle pursed her lips slightly, “I hope she won’t. But I’ll be careful, too.”

“Let’s just watch her for a while. If Evelyn really wins over Old Mr. Quintin’s heart, it doesn’t matter if she’s really his or not. And if she’s not worth it, we’ll just cut her a check. We won’t have treated her unfairly.”

Estelle nodded, “We’ll see what fate has in store for her.”

After discussing Evelyn, Jonathan scooped Estelle up in his arms, “Let’s freshen up, then have some breakfast. I called Wilma earlier; she’s whipping up something delicious for you.”

Estelle clung to him, “I’ve been missing her, too.”

Jonathan chuckled softly, “I’ve never heard you say you missed me.”

“Never? I’m sure I’ve said it lots of times.”

“I don’t recall,” He feigned seriousness.

Estelle didn’t argue, just held him tighter, “Well, I’m saying it now, Mr. Lamont. I miss you.”

tone was teasingly reproachful, “You don’t sound convincing at

as

work with me. If you don’t, then every

“Mr. Lamont, can you not be so flirty,

on the vanity, leaned in close with his arms braced on either side, and frowned down at her, “What was that? I didn’t

in her eyes, Estelle suddenly cupped his face and ki*sed him

Willowbrook Plaza

shower to find a crisp new shirt and trousers laid out on the bed.

as if he could see right through everything, as he bent

Carnes, I’ve

suddenly entered, catching sight of the man who had just unwrapped his towel and was about to slip into his

gasped and swiftly

apologize now? You didn’t when

Sylvia didn’t say anything.

confidence, “I’ve made pasta. Would you like seafood pasta or a

“Seafood,” Gabriel responded

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