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!"

He didn't say you couldn't be

would want

hostile, that's on her. Tarquin will see that. Nola, you're an actress, playing roles is what

a few times, "Okay! I'll approach

too obvious. Start with her kids. I did some digging and found out all three of her sons attend Sunshine Daycare. Make a donation to their school, win over those little rascals, and you'll

it, her eyes twinkling with determination, "Mom, I

remember your ultimate goal and don't stray from the path. Think

I'll visit

person who tipped you off about

do

let out a worried sigh, "I'm

"Concerned about what?"

you're seen as Elijah's savior is because of that tip-off. If Tarquin