Not A Small-Town Girl

"It was one of our own doctors. He drugged the others and made off with the antidote," Nathan reported.

David’s gaze remained fixed on his phone. Nathan, who accidentally glanced at the screen, saw a picture of Danielle sleeping as David’s wallpaper.

Nathan thought to himself, ’The boss looks like a lovesick puppy. Must be missing Miss Darling. Looks like I need to get on Miss Darling’s good side...

David’s voice broke through his thoughts. "Does she look good?"

Nathan jumped. "Miss Darling is stunning-she’s the definition of beauty. You two are perfect together, like a match made in heaven."

David smirked, clearly amused. "You’re right."

Nathan nervously patted his chest, thinking, ’Seems like I hit the sweet spot-flattered him just enough. Or maybe I just described her accurately. Miss Darling really is someone worth staying on good terms with...

punishment we’ve got," David said,

doctor is probably wishing he

avoid any further wrath from David. After all, David’s methods were ruthless, and Nathan had no interest in being

again, debating whether to call Danielle. He hesitated, not wanting to interrupt her. ’It’s only been a few hours since I last spoke to her... but I already

he saw her at the club and felt an instant, fateful connection.

her father’s office with a lunchbox. She knocked

expression immediately softened into a smile when he saw his daughter. "Sweetheart, what are

Your favorite dishes! You always forget to eat when

chuckled. "Alright,

bring you lunch," Lydia said, pretending

then let’s eat." Garrett took the lunchbox from

I heard you sent Elliot to the border for a mission. I want to go too." Lydia decided to speak up while her father was distracted by the food.