Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

Josefina rolled her eyes. "Cut it out, guys."

With a playful kick, Josefina nudged him. "What are you even saying?"

Percy elbowed him lightly. "Did your tongue slip or something? Are you dreaming of having daughters? With your luck, you're destined for a house full of boys."

Luke scowled, and his mood soured. "I like girls, and I don't want sons. Percy, quit jinxing me!"

"

Josefina saw the banter escalating and swiftly played the peacemaker. "Enough already, Luke. How's that investigation I asked you about coming along?" she inquired. Luke shook his head. "I checked the stables and came up with zilch. No clues."

Percy raised an eyebrow. "How's that possible? Josie sent you that tip-off at the crack of dawn."

shady characters either. It's got me stumped. If Lena's behind

was a secret, unless - could Lena have known

I'll get right on that." With that, Luke exited

a glass of water from

take you out for dinner

slung her bag over her shoulder, smiling gently. "I've already made plans with Oliver. He did me a favor. It's my treat tonight. Have to take a rain check. You know what? I'll take you out next time, Percy." Percy grinned, "Sure thing, Josie. At least let me give you a

"Deal."

restaurant. Stepping out

waved goodbye and headed toward the restaurant entrance. Percy watched her go, noticing that before she could enter, Oliver

possessive, throwing a challenging look at Percy

headed to their usual spot at the restaurant on

swamped?" she teased.

am busy,"