Not A Small-Town Girl

ambitious-like a fox in disguise.

"I can’t for the life of me understand why men always pick women like her over women with real class. It just baffles me!" Vivian ranted, growing more frustrated as she spoke. She shot a glare at both Howard and Joseph.

Howard thought, ’I didn’t do anything wrong. I’ve been loyal!’

Joseph thought, ’Seriously. I’m the victim here, and now I’m getting blamed by Mom too?’

"Honey, I’m not like Robert. From the very beginning to the very end, it’s always been you. My heart and mind are filled with nothing but you," Howard quickly reassured.

He was desperate not to be mistaken for someone who could change his affections on a whim.

gave him

rest of my life. You’re my queen, and whatever you say goes," Howard said, pulling

The

teasing him, but she never expected him to be so bold

to be talking about Joseph? Why are Mom and

’This is

slightly as she noticed their kids watching. She felt a little embarrassed

smile, seeing that his wife was embarrassed. His eyes were full

is involved, or if this is Ruby and Sienna’s scheme-or maybe just Sienna on her own. "Sienna came to my office today and proposed marriage. If Danielle hadn’t come through with the video, we might be in a very different situation..." Joseph’s words trailed off,

whether they’re trying to use this to force Joseph into marriage," Danielle said, her voice

won’t let them get