“What does that mean?” “It means you have meetings today, and I have to go.” “You can’t just leave like this.” She laughed…
“What happened?” Linda looked toward the hallway, then at the peas melting on a dish towel. “Your son hit me.” On the other…
Nora lifted both hands. “What? I only meant she’s uncomfortable.” “No, you didn’t.” The room went quiet. Nora’s eyes filled instantly. “On my…
His voice came out rough. “Is he mine?” Grace’s eyes flashed. “No, Nico,” she said. “He’s mine.” The words landed like a blade.…
“Why did you leave with me?” she asked. The question was too direct for charm. I gave her the honest answer because anything…
Bridget swallowed. “Mrs. Whitcomb assigned me, Mr. Costello.” “Name.” “Bridget Mallory.” “Are you afraid of me, Bridget Mallory?” She looked at the IV…
“I would never,” Harrison said. “I know that now.” “But then?” Julian looked down. “Then I was hurt, drugged, and ashamed. Our last…
His brow furrowed. “What does that mean?” “It means,” Eleanor said, “I am done explaining things to someone who only listens after losing…
Vivian’s face tightened. “Gabriel, you can’t be serious. You’re going to trust some street kid over your own family?” Gabriel looked at her.…
Her face was smooth, but her eyes were alert. “What are you doing?” Ruth did not turn around. “Saving him.” “You are not…