The Road to Rebirth Her Fresh Start and His Late Sorrow by Helena R. Bates

Nancy raised an eyebrow, not even bothering to respond.

"I don't agree," said Judson, springing up from the couch, his face a canvas of

disapproval.

His gaze flicked over to Ramona, a warning glinting in his eyes.

Anyone else might have backed down, but Ramona just smiled. "If you're worried, why don't you come along?"

Judson's eyes flashed. She was doing this on purpose.

Of course, he wanted to go with Nancy. But what if Malcolm came looking for Ramona?

The thought of it made Judson's eyes redden. He turned to Nancy, pleading, "Nancy, what if you go to the party and someone tries to steal you away?"

"Impossible," Nancy replied, cutting him off. "Besides, all the investors are women, and tomorrow night's event is just business."

Then she switched gears. "How about you wait for me in the car? Would that work?"

Judson didn't hesitate, nodding quickly. "Of course, I could rush in if anything happens."

couldn't resist teasing. "Judson, could you give me a ride home tomorrow too?" She seemed sure he wouldn't refuse

Evergreen Global to play chauffeur? Unthinkable

with puppy-dog eyes. "I'll

at Judson, seeing through his

well- trained. Go on, the lovebirds should head home. You've been working too

to correct Ramona's misunderstanding but

it's taken a toll. If you don't care for yourself, I

to Ramona. "You should rest too.

with a

that, Nancy and Judson walked

mix of emotions on

phone buzzed

She answered, "What's up?"

night. I want my fiancée there,"

"Sorry, I've already got

"You invited Lena?"

Mr. Buchanan, maybe next time," Ramona replied lazily, hanging up before he could

Malcolm's smile vanished as he listened to the

watching him, fumed. "Why does Ramona keep turning

she likes Lena not. What's important is that