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“Want another?” I asked. Her eyes met mine, and she shook her head. For no other reason, than to see if she’d drink it, I poured her another shot.
Mica, in that cold, quiet voice warned, “If you come near her again, you won’t see me coming.”
Was that why I was attracted to him? Could I sense his inner barbarian?
“I’ve never seen Mica act like he’s acting tonight.” “What do you mean?” “The guy hates PDA.” I frowned. “No, he doesn’t. He told me he’s an affectionate guy.” She snorted. “Yeah, right.”
“But this relationship isn’t.” I couldn’t believe I was pulling out the marriage card. “You’re my wife.”
Sniper was cockblocking Andrew. I think I loved this dog.
“Am I going to live?” His tone was dry. She lifted her chin. “Yes, but I thought your bride was going to collapse. She was that upset.” That made him smile.
“Charlie deserves the best.” That was pretty much how I felt about everything Charlie. She was my wife, and I felt this need to give her everything I knew she wouldn’t dream of asking for. Including the biggest tree on the lot.
I needed him to stop talking. “Jasper tends to overshare when he’s drunk.” Mica looked with interest in the review mirror at Jasper. “I think we should drink some vodka together.”
She responded, “He’s a fat fool.” I looked at the detective, who stood waiting with a self-satisfied smile on his face. “She’s grateful for everything you are doing for us.”
And you’re trying to save sixty cents on juice?” She scowled at me. “You just said juice is juice. Why should I pay more for a label?”
“Thank you for sharing, Yelena.” “I was a shit mother, but believe it or not, I’d do anything for my son.”