photos.”
I wonder what Keegan thought about his article. It’s no easy task to write about the man.
“We have seven days before the next issue and will be having the usual launch party for the cover and featured interview,” she explains.
“Okay…” I say, uncertain what else to say.
I stare at Reese, hoping she will save this awkward moment.
“Awesome. Where will this shindig be, and do we need dates?” Reese questions, reading my mind perfectly.
“This Saturday at the Four Seasons, and I don’t care if you bring dates, just as long as you two show up.” Olivia is a no-nonsense type of person, always getting to the point quickly.
“I suppose we could pencil it in,” Reese replies.
“You’re lucky I love you both.” Olivia smiles.
The three of us have bonded over the years since Olivia hired us, and other than Reese, she is my closest friend. She doesn’t know all the details of Keegan’s relationship with me, but she is well aware of my nervousness.
“Aimee, are you all right?” she questions.
“Oh, yeah. I’m peachy. Did they say anything else? I mean, do they need anything else?” I stammer.
“No, we are golden. I’ve got everything covered. You two just need to show up looking pretty.”
We both smile as Reese salutes her like she’s a general. Then Olivia tells us she has to meet with the Four Seasons and will let us know if anything changes before she walks out, heading to her next task.
After staring at my lunch that I can no longer finish for a bit, Reese interrupts the silence. “Why are you acting so strange?”
“What do you mean?”
“You’re too quiet, and you should be ecstatic. Hello, party with your rich, hot man.”
“He’s far from my man .” Why does she insist there is something there? Keegan and I are just friends, and I’m afraid that’s all we will ever be.
“That’s funny.”
“What is?” I ask.
“You two have been texting non-stop. He’s obviously interested in being part of your life. Besides, Kaleb told me that, from the moment Keegan met you, he adored you.”
“Yeah, he adored me so much he decided not to talk to me for eight years.”
She eyes me, obviously starting to get irritated.
“Do I seriously have to kick your ass at work?” she threatens.
I look at her and shake my head.
“Listen to me, Aimee Brennan. You are going to attend this party and look drop dead gorgeous. The elusive Keegan James will look at you from across the room, and all background noise will seize to exist. A sappy love song will then play, and in slow motion, you will both walk toward each other and meet halfway. He will look into your eyes and take you in his arms. Tilting your head back, he will kiss you as you melt into his arms. You will then live happily ever after.”
I laugh hysterically at how absurd that sounds.
“Just wait and see. You won’t be laughing on Saturday,” she tells me.
I do feel less nervous. Having Reese with me definitely soothes my apprehension.
“Can we get back to work?” I ask.
“Sure thing, home fry.”
“You are spending way too much time with Kaleb,” I tell her with a smile.
She stands up and throws away her trash then winks at me, walking back to her office.
The rest of the day flies by surprisingly fast, and by the time five o’clock hits, I’m ready to get home, put my pajamas on, and read a good book.
When we get home, Reese heads into her room, phone in hand. I’m pretty sure she will spend the entire evening on the phone with Kaleb, even though she’s already spoken to him about the launch party, and he will be taking her as his date.
I haven’t heard from Keegan all day, and I’m surprised by the sudden radio silence. I’m sure he’s busy, and it has nothing to do with me. Still, I can’t help feeling a little hesitant with our renewed connection. Every time we talk, I question if it will be our last. After all, it was so easy for him to cut me out of his life before, and he certainly
I wonder what Keegan thought about his article. It’s no easy task to write about the man.
“We have seven days before the next issue and will be having the usual launch party for the cover and featured interview,” she explains.
“Okay…” I say, uncertain what else to say.
I stare at Reese, hoping she will save this awkward moment.
“Awesome. Where will this shindig be, and do we need dates?” Reese questions, reading my mind perfectly.
“This Saturday at the Four Seasons, and I don’t care if you bring dates, just as long as you two show up.” Olivia is a no-nonsense type of person, always getting to the point quickly.
“I suppose we could pencil it in,” Reese replies.
“You’re lucky I love you both.” Olivia smiles.
The three of us have bonded over the years since Olivia hired us, and other than Reese, she is my closest friend. She doesn’t know all the details of Keegan’s relationship with me, but she is well aware of my nervousness.
“Aimee, are you all right?” she questions.
“Oh, yeah. I’m peachy. Did they say anything else? I mean, do they need anything else?” I stammer.
“No, we are golden. I’ve got everything covered. You two just need to show up looking pretty.”
We both smile as Reese salutes her like she’s a general. Then Olivia tells us she has to meet with the Four Seasons and will let us know if anything changes before she walks out, heading to her next task.
After staring at my lunch that I can no longer finish for a bit, Reese interrupts the silence. “Why are you acting so strange?”
“What do you mean?”
“You’re too quiet, and you should be ecstatic. Hello, party with your rich, hot man.”
“He’s far from my man .” Why does she insist there is something there? Keegan and I are just friends, and I’m afraid that’s all we will ever be.
“That’s funny.”
“What is?” I ask.
“You two have been texting non-stop. He’s obviously interested in being part of your life. Besides, Kaleb told me that, from the moment Keegan met you, he adored you.”
“Yeah, he adored me so much he decided not to talk to me for eight years.”
She eyes me, obviously starting to get irritated.
“Do I seriously have to kick your ass at work?” she threatens.
I look at her and shake my head.
“Listen to me, Aimee Brennan. You are going to attend this party and look drop dead gorgeous. The elusive Keegan James will look at you from across the room, and all background noise will seize to exist. A sappy love song will then play, and in slow motion, you will both walk toward each other and meet halfway. He will look into your eyes and take you in his arms. Tilting your head back, he will kiss you as you melt into his arms. You will then live happily ever after.”
I laugh hysterically at how absurd that sounds.
“Just wait and see. You won’t be laughing on Saturday,” she tells me.
I do feel less nervous. Having Reese with me definitely soothes my apprehension.
“Can we get back to work?” I ask.
“Sure thing, home fry.”
“You are spending way too much time with Kaleb,” I tell her with a smile.
She stands up and throws away her trash then winks at me, walking back to her office.
The rest of the day flies by surprisingly fast, and by the time five o’clock hits, I’m ready to get home, put my pajamas on, and read a good book.
When we get home, Reese heads into her room, phone in hand. I’m pretty sure she will spend the entire evening on the phone with Kaleb, even though she’s already spoken to him about the launch party, and he will be taking her as his date.
I haven’t heard from Keegan all day, and I’m surprised by the sudden radio silence. I’m sure he’s busy, and it has nothing to do with me. Still, I can’t help feeling a little hesitant with our renewed connection. Every time we talk, I question if it will be our last. After all, it was so easy for him to cut me out of his life before, and he certainly
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