Josefina's hand lingered on Oliver's groin, creating an awkward tableau. With a gentle but firm grip, Oliver enveloped Josefina's petite hand within his own and didn't let go. Brandon, sitting next to Oliver, caught the unexpected hand-holding.

Boy, was he thrilled!

Lifting his glass, he toasted, "To Garrett and Hattie, cheers to you both!"

Garrett and Hattie were caught off guard, promptly standing and raising their glasses in response. Garrett chimed in, "Mr. Brandon, allow Josie and me to return the honor." Hattie added, "Mr. Brandon, a toast to you."

Josefina tried to pull free from Oliver's grasp to stand and join the toast, "Brandon, I raise my glass to you as well."

The patriarch chuckled, "No need, Josie. Ladies shouldn't be drinking. Just sit back down. I simply wanted to share a drink with your folks."

Josefina glared at Oliver and

murmur by her ear,

needle, her eyes twinkling mischievously, "How about

aback. You don't mess with

chili, was exactly the kind of spice Oliver couldn't resist. Holding her hand, he murmured, "I

why wouldn't he release her hand?

cheeks were still a blazing red when she stood and excused herself, "I need to take a call outside." She needed a breath

her agitated thoughts. As she turned to leave, passing by a private room, a heated argument spilled

yell all you want. No one's gonna save

lucky that I'm even interested. Don't be

Being your target is a

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