After we say goodbye to Callie and pay the bill, Gertie stops me before I reach the door. “That was her, wasn’t it? The woman you told me about?” I nod. “She left her husband. Moved in with my sister for a while. It’s been tough on her. I really appreciate you giving her a job.” Gertie pats my shoulder. “Don’t you worry about it. I’ll take good care of her.” “I know you will, Gertie.” “She’s beautiful, too.” I hike a nonchalant shoulder. “Sure.” “I see the way you look at her.” She clicks her tongue. “And though it might be a little too soon for her, she looks at you the same way. She just
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