“Macey, I love your necklace,” Rose said. “Where’d you get it?” Macey gave Julius an annoyed glance before saying, “I don’t know. He won’t tell me. He also won’t tell me how much it cost.” Julius merely shrugged, “If I did you’d insist on returning it and that’s not going
Macey ducked into the bathroom avoiding the two stalls she went straight to the sink. She looked at her reflection in the mirror. What was wrong with her? After six years she should be smarter. But the moment his arms were around her it was like time stood still. As much as she tried to deny it
Katherine was still riding high as she snagged another flute of champagne. Now she just had to wait for the fireworks to start. Soon that woman would burst out and make a big scene before running away. Then Katherine could swoop in to comfort a devastated Julius. Finally everything would be back
“Look at you!” Victoria declared. “Caden, you are such a handsome young man in that suit!” Caden blushed at the compliment but grinned clearly pleased. “And Aria, you are so lovely! Where’s your mother? I’ve been looking for her.” “She’s over there,” Aria poi
Victoria raised an eyebrow as she slowly smiled, “Oh, I want details.” “Not in mixed company.” Victoria’s gaze narrowed as she weighed Macey’s seriousness before nodding. March’s gaze darted to Julius. Though his brother maintained a neutral expression a pink tinge warmed
“I think you did very well,” Franklin said. “It’s very playful. It brings me back to when I used to crawl around my grandmother’s garden just exploring.” “Good. I’m glad.” Macey smiled pleased that her intention at least captured a few. She wasn’t expecting the new series to be hugel
Hesitating only a moment Rose took her hand and allowed herself to be led away much to March’s shock. “Ah…wait…” “Oh, don’t worry,” Victoria laughed. “We’ll just be over there. I’m sure your boys can handle yourselves for a few minutes.” Macey and Rose couldn’t
Barely a month into their tour they found themselves caught in a deadly ambush. They were in a kill box, surrounded on all sides. Augustus still had trouble remembering that night. What he did remember was waking up miles away with Carl standing guard as they waited for their evac chopper. There
“Mom and I were planning to play later,” Alexis said. “You can too if you want.” “Really? Thanks,” Caden immediately brightened. “…So you based the décor on the diner you used to work in,” Macey said after listening to Ava’s brief retelling of her past. “Were you thinki
Silas’s embrace tightened. He hated thinking about the trials she went through without him. Ava leaned against him relishing his comfort and support. Their past was not as important as their future. “You two aren’t going to go all kissy-face, right?” Theo asked. “We’re in public and
Two Months Later The restaurant was lively. Guests had been arriving for the past two hours eager for a unique dining experience. The staff was well-trained providing exceptional service despite the rush. They had been drilled in their duties by the restaurant’s manager, a tyrant the
She nodded. “Going down?” Silas repeated. “Just what have you three planned now?” “It was more like a hunch,” Lexi said. “Sean found something real interesting when he deep-dived Ryker Holdings. So we asked Duncan to keep an eye on someone, just in case.” “D
“Late? A test for what?” Silas asked not following. “Are you serious?” Tracy snorted a laugh. “Ava, you’re going to have to be a little clearer,” Opal chuckled. “Remember, it’s his first time.” Silas glanced from one to the other even more confused. Looking
“There you three are,” Tracy said as the trio returned to the party. “We were just about to send the search party to find you.” “Auntie Tracy, you’re so silly,” Alexis giggled. “How are you feeling mom?” Ava hugged her tight but Alexis didn’t feel any tension or strain in
Finding no support anywhere Jenna finally fled. No one paid her further mind as they watched the kids swarm around their parents comforting their mother. It was a sweet and tender scene and many began to see Silas in a completely different light. * * * Jenna screamed as she storme
Jenna stepped forward intentionally shoving her shoulder and made Ava stumble back. “W-What is—” Jenna stuttered as the video paused. “Who was calling who shameless?” Alexis demanded standing next to her mother arms crossed in front of her chest. “So playing with people’s
The music started slowly with just a few notes announcing the beginning of Beethoven’s Ode to Joy. The simple melody became more complex as notes overlapped and weaved a new organic pattern but always maintaining the integrity of the piece. Conversation lulled as everyone turned their