HER SECRET 4

Matt dropped the butt and pulverized it with his boot heel. ‘My last,’ he informed her. ‘Just like the one before it. You buy a pack and the damn things own you.’

‘Must have been wicked if she drove you to smokin’.’

Matt studied his sister’s face. Dark half-moons underscored her eyes, and worry creased her forehead. Despite their long separation, the bond was

still there, an undying camaraderie akin to that shared by war veterans. Together, they’d survived the battle of growing up in the Rollins family, and they’d never forget, no matter how much each one wanted to. He’d always looked out for her, knowing all too well how easily the Rollins kids got lost in the shuffle - whether they were up against their own past or the entire world.

‘I’m afraid I was too hard on her,’ he admitted.

Leeann’s eyes rounded. ‘Hard on her? Are you kidding?’ She turned to look at him, narrowing her gaze. ‘She did get to you. You’re still in love with your rich girlfriend, aren’t you?’ she accused. ‘Even af