Chapter 23

A few minutes later, Hannah walked in, wrapped in a coat, with Gina following close behind, her eyes red and swollen.

Upon entering, Hannah gave Andrew a polite smile.

Andrew immediately grabbed her arm. “Hannah, sit here.”

Caught off guard, Hannah drew a sharp breath.

Before Andrew could react, Gina shoved him away. “Hannah’s shoulder is injured, and you’re pulling on her injury!”

Realizing his mistake, Andrew quickly apologized, “I’m sorry, Hannah. By the way, who taught you horseback riding?”

Hannah answered honestly, “I signed up for classes a long time ago, but I don't really remember the instructor.”

Andrew nodded absentmindedly, muttering a couple of "ohs."

Hannah picked up the proposal. “Mr. Fletcher, I came in first. Will you hear our plan now?”

Andrew hesitated for a moment. He wanted to be friendly, but she was all business.

Still, he prided himself on being a man of his word. He couldn't go back on a promise.

Waving his hand grandly, he said, “Go ahead