Not A Small-Town Girl

Chapter 14-1

"Look, I can do laps!" Logan announced, attempting to swing his legs off the bed.

David’s hand on his grandfather’s shoulder was gentle but firm. "One more day of observation. Then you’re free."

Logan hid his triumphant smile. Finally, progress! He really couldn’t stand spending another day in the hospital.

A delicate knock interrupted their negotiation. Audrey glided in, the picture of springtime in a white sundress, her carefully curled hair pinned back to frame her face.

"Grandpa Logan, I heard you were ill," she said sweetly. "I brought you some flowers. Hope you’ll get well soon." She turned to David with practiced shyness. "Hi. David. Suprised to see you here."

"Of course I’m here. I need to keep an eye on him." David’s tone could have frozen hellfire.

a polished smile, desperately trying to maintain a

for my health, he

out of here fast-this boy needs serious help

scheming look and knew nothing good would come of it. "There’s a meeting I need

heart sank. All that time on her hair and makeup this morning, and he was leaving before she could even get a proper conversation

go too," she

predator on your

left. Could you give me a ride?"

meeting. My assistant will take you." His

then," she replied with perfect

flawless "accidental" stumble on the steps. "Oh!" she gasped, falling directly

’Bold move,’ he thought, amazed she dared to pull such a stunt. His boss was notorious for his