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Sheri stared widely up at him, obviously surprised by his behavior “Guy…” she said worriedly

“Promise me, Sheri,” he said firmly

“I proh to do that,” she said, and he sighed in relief

Sheri had never seen Guy so intense Ita bigfor Dean would definitely turn out to be

She got to work on Monday with a renewed sense of purpose But her first sight of Dean as she walked into his office had her rocking on her heels He was dressed a little differently than usual, instead of a suit and tie, he wore a black turtle-neck and a trendy tweed coat

He had a five o’clock shadow that ray eyes were half-hidden behind tinted designer sunglasses They sat dashingly on those well-defined cheekbones that ht a breath and hastily looked away

“Good, you’re finally here,” he said Her back stiffened, knowing for sure she wasn’t late, though she usually was at work before Dean or anyone else But Guy had got on a plane back to LA earlier thatand somehow, she had slept in more than usual

“So’s come up with the Versini project, so I’ll have to leave for Italy right away, to be there for a few days,” stated Dean

“OK, tell etting out her diary to make out the schedule

“Nothing” When Sheri glanced up in confusion, he added, “You’re co with me Was that ever in question? I’ation to be able to travel on short notice”

“I’h She had accompanied some of his business trips when it was absolutely necessary But she usually kneell in advance and this was hardly the best tis were somewhat strained between the to find her replacement

That would obviously have to wait, since she had to start getting ready for the Italy trip