"Mom, don't build up his ego at the expense of our own pride." "What do you mean 'his'? Jeffrey's practically family now, with the engagement around the corner.” Karen chuckled so hard she had to lean back to catch her breath, musing to herself that Jeffrey really had a way with people.

He'd managed to turn his image around in such a short time; the guy was seriously committed.

She shouldn't have doubted his intentions.

At that moment, Karen felt an unexpected flutter of pre-wedding bashfulness, the kind that sneaks up on you without any clear reason.

In the car, Jeffrey's lips were pressed into a tight line, his silence deafening.

Paige, sensing the mood, didn't dare make a sound. She sat shrunken in the back seat, stealing glances at Jeffrey's profile.

from the city center, Paige finally

are you thinking!" Jeffrey's temper flared, his patience finally snapping. He slammed on the brakes and pulled

with few people

his tone

hesitate, quickly opening the door and stepping

flicker of his lighter, his jawline

of the reason Paige couldn't let

a cad and a heartbreaker, he had so much going for him — looks, height, family background, career, and his prowess in

"How much do you want?" "Do you think I'm only here for the money?" "Do

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