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Caroline looked around the shop She was the only one there Kirsty watched her closely “Magenta is on her break It’s just us”

Caroline took a deep breath “I’ married to Josh McInnes” The words came out on a rush of air “He isn’t into roed for mutual benefit, like they did in the past Apparently he’s been looking for a wife for some time and thinks I fit the bill”

Kirsty didn’t et with the strap of her handbag

“The wedding is in teeks and I’d like you to be my maid of honour”

Kirsty continued to stare Caroline’s mouth went dry

“So, the press have gotten wind of the wedding and the fact Josh is here Theto handle everything We’d like to keep the if possible”

Nothing from Kirsty In fact, she looked more like one of the mannequins in her shop than the fah

“Oh for goodness’ sake, say so It’s not like I’ve outlined a plan for world domination”

Kirsty shook herself “You may as well have” She threw up her hands in exasperation “What are you thinking? You can’t ement for mutual benefit? What the heck does that even mean? Have you lost your mind?”

“Keep your voice down” Even though they were the only two in the shop, Caroline didn’t want to take any chances

“Keep my voice down?” Kirsty’s voice rose an octave “My best friend has lost the plot and you want me to keep my voice down?”

The door pinged as a customer came in

“Sorry” Kirsty rushed towards the wo a mental breakdown”

She ushered the poor won to closed Turning back to Caroline, she put her hands on her hips and glared “Explain, Caroline Patterson Right now”

Caroline flopped down onto the stool beside the counter “There’s nothing to explain He askedmarried the Saturday after next”