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“I did, I pro millions?”

“As we speak It’s okay; I o through It could mean a lot of jobs for this community”

“You know, you don’t sound so bad I hope it works out” She looked up as the bells chiave me a wink “Good luck” She nodded, and I turned to see Carrie at the door She spottedher to trust her and just to hear me out

After so-held breath, praying if she turned me down, I’d never take another

CHAPTER EIGHTEEN - CARRIE

Chance stared atainst ood reason, and she’s always had my best interest at heart

“What’s he doing here?” I foldednow that the boss hadn’t calledme back, and instead, there was Chance to say his piece

“Just listen to him” She took ht,” she whispered in my ear

“I don’t have anything to say” I leaned against the booth and looked out the

“Sit You knoe don’t like no standing around in Angelo’s diner” Lindy encouraged ot your favorite I bet he gives you a bite” She met my eyes, and I was less than impressed

He leaned in closer “Please, Carrie I tried to get back in time, but it didn’t work out”

Lindy walked over fro and leaned in “No ti him to hurry up

The two exchanged a glance, and he nodded I didn’t knohen the two had become so chummy, but it was obvious that his charms had her mesmerized

Without warning, Chance reached across the table and took my hand “I love you”

I jerked my hands away and shook my head “Nice one But I don’t think so” He looked crushed, and as I saw the pain in his eyes, I couldn’t help but think he was serious