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."

ride home tomorrow too?" She seemed

to play

with puppy-dog eyes. "I'll take Ramona home only if Nancy

gazed at Judson, seeing

got him well- trained. Go on,

wanted to correct

don't care for yourself,

Ramona. "You should

nodded with a

and Judson walked away, leaving Ramona

of emotions on

buzzed in

She answered, "What's up?"

tomorrow night. I want my fiancée there,"

"Sorry, I've already got plans. You're

"You invited Lena?"

replied lazily, hanging up

as he

keep turning you down?

if she likes Lena not. What's