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.

polished smile, desperately trying to

here for my health, he thought, suddenly finding the flowers less appealing. ’She’s hunting

acting like a hermit. I need to get out of here fast-this boy needs serious help with his marriage prospects before he ends up alone forever. This family would

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

morning, and he

I should go too," she jumped up. "I’ll

like you’ve got a predator on your

"My driver already left. Could you give me a

have a meeting. My assistant will

then," she replied

Audrey executed a flawless "accidental" stumble on the steps. "Oh!"

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