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“If Madeline can’t handle it, I’ston here would be s work around here,” ht, son?”

I s the re “Of course I would love to put her in her place Iand I can certainly appreciate your problem, Charles She’s rather spirited”

He lifts an eyebrow “Do you really think you could break her of that stupid notion?”

Bothfor my response

I give therin, despite the fact that confidence is the last thing I’ht now “Without a doubt In fact, I’d be happy to start right away By the time I’m done with her, she’ll be the most obedient woman you know”

Charles’ eyes light up “I knew you were special, son” He turns towardhim in on other projects”

My father nods “Agreed I think it’s about time”

Well, well It looks like I may not need Peyton after all

CHAPTER SEVEN

JAZZ

At quarter to six, Ms Williams showed up at my door to ensure I

was dressed properly Apparently, the sperm donor didn’t trust me to do ithonest After donning the green Prada dress and gold sandals she pulled out ofroom

When I hesitate at the bottoives me a little shove “Hurry, now The Davenports have been here for a while and they should be finished with pre-dinner drinks Your father does not tolerate tardiness”

I have a feeling he doesn’t tolerate

When I arrive, Madeline, Peyton, and the third—or fourth—Mrs Davenport are sitting at the table, sipping on chane