Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem

Chapter 413

Nola pouted and went silent.

"...So, tell me again about what happened with Tarquin tonight. I want all the details," Aileen insisted.

After a mumbled recount from Nola, Aileen frowned and said, "I told you it was a bad idea to go after him. And look what happened! Not only did he not forgive you, but he's also more annoyed with you now!"

"What... What do I do now?!"

"Don't panic. Remember, you're Elijah's lifesaver. He can't ignore you forever. Besides, he's still worked things out between the Bradford Group and the Slater family. Now, listen to me. Your next move is to get on Elysia's good side."

Nola was shocked, "Get on Elysia's good side? The same woman you just told me to ignore in favor of Tarquin?"

Aileen explained, "Getting close to Elysia is a move for Tarquin! Since she's taking care of Elijah, winning her over means you'll be closer to both of them. Plus, you'll be able to keep an eye on her every move."

"But Tarquin warned me to stay away from Elysia!"

not to hurt her. He didn't say you couldn't be

you think Elysia would want to be friends with

that's on her. Tarquin will see that. Nola, you're an actress,

a few times, "Okay! I'll

all three of her sons attend Sunshine Daycare. Make a

time, Nola got it, her eyes twinkling with determination, "Mom, I know exactly

voice laden with advice, "In situations like these, never panic. Always remember your ultimate goal and don't stray from

I'll visit the

suddenly asked, "Nola, the person who tipped you off about Elijah years ago, have they contacted

why do you

out a worried sigh,

"Concerned about what?"

you're seen as Elijah's savior is because of that