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"Yes, don't touch them They're also rare"

She's such a spaz so the that I realize what the orchids remind me of They're the color of unripe bananas—not quite yellow, but not quite green either I have to say, they definitely make a statement by how unusual they look

"If only you gave everything as ements," I say with the roll of my eyes

"What's that supposed to o down that road again—co about what kind of mother I've been Poor mistreated Becca, is it? Well, I hate to break it to you, but you had a fairytale childhood"

"If you ilded cage, then sure," I shrug Does she really not understand that all I ever wanted was her undivided attention? I didn't want to always compete with Joe Fabulous, her flavor of the month

Just then, our Butler Carl walks into the dinning rooood to see you tonight, Becca," he smiles

At least someone exudes some warmth around here

He's carrying in the night's appetizers, a basket of warm dinner rolls with Roseenerally speaking, but this is to die for It's that good He's also bringing in Pancetta crisps with cruoat cheese and pear chutney

Eating at home can be a decadent affair Let me tell you

"You should really watch your posture,"? My mom is never short on criticism That's for sure

"I'ive oes so far I'm not a kid anymore

Before she can say anything further, we hear the doorbell ring "I'll get it," I offer I walk over, unlatch the lock, and open the door

At first, my eyes have to adjust to the darkness And it takesin front ofone at that

He's tall, broad-shouldered, and wearing a perfectly tailored suit

And he has cobalt blue eyes