Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Chapter 723

Roseanne turned her head.

Corley met her gaze. "What's up?"

"Mr. Sullivan, I seem to have troubled you again."

He paused for a moment, then gave a slight smile. "I don't mind being troubled by you."

Roseanne looked down. "But your affection, all I have to offer in return is a thank you. Is it worth it?"

A double entendre.

Corley hadn't expected her to be so direct. He paused, but his smile didn't waver. "You've always been clear about your feelings, and so have I. Saying no is your right, but continuing is my choice. I believe-"

Roseanne looked up.

He met her eyes, speaking slowly, "Good things come to those who wait. If it hasn't happened yet, it's just not the right time."

"What if the right time never comes?" she asked.

"Then I'll keep waiting."

"You might end up disappointed," she said.

that

the car, taking the passenger seat. She shrugged off her jacket, smoothing out the

it in the back seat,

instructor taught me how to handle being blinded by high beams. Otherwise, I might not have hit the brakes in time and

rail. Beyond that, a father and two kids. If any of them had

Corley zeroed in on the name. "He's been helping you? How's

giving it much thought, Roseanne replied honestly, "Mr. Reynolds has been helping

as he casually responded, "Isn't

too busy. He's

Corley asked, his tone unreadable.

of patience, Roseanne sat up a little straighter. "Last time...and the time before... Mr. Reynolds is the most patient teacher I've ever had. He's got a great temperament,

praise of Owen Reynolds, outwardly

internally: ~!@#¥ %...

he's

Depends on the

car to a stop. The

be pulled back

seatbelt. Content beloner haline

felt a twinge of regret.

Thanks for

seatbelt and opened