Total pages in book: 121
Estimated words: 118693 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 593(@200wpm)___ 475(@250wpm)___ 396(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 118693 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 593(@200wpm)___ 475(@250wpm)___ 396(@300wpm)
“Okay. Shouldn’t be hard to figure out. Digging into their pasts and following them around for a few days should get you your answer pretty quick.”
“Good. The trial is in a few months. They keep pushing it back, and I’m pretty sure they’re doing it on purpose. If we can get this woman to drop the charges, my client can move on with his life and get back to the job he loves so much.”
Paul pulled out a small laptop from Regina’s oversized bag and opened it as she ordered two coffees and chicken salad sandwiches.
She leaned forward and winked. “So, how was last night?”
My eyes drifted over to Paul, who was deep in concentration while typing away on his laptop.
“Ignore him. He’s already started his search; he won’t pay attention to us.”
Keeping my voice low, I replied, “It was…amazing.”
She wiggled her eyebrows. “We’re running to the restroom, babe.”
Paul grunted, which caused me to giggle. Regina and I stood and made our way to the ladies’ room. The second we walked in, she grabbed my arms and flashed me a huge smile.
“Tell me everything! Was he sweet? He better have been sweet. He told me it was your first time together—which let me tell you, blew my mind. Well, don’t just stand there. Tell me!”
I glanced down to hide my embarrassment. I hardly knew Regina enough to share what happened between Finn and me last night. I had tried to call Autumn and Clare this morning, but neither of them answered. Then I called Harmony, and she couldn’t talk. I wanted to shout from the rooftops how amazing I felt today and I had no one to tell. No one but Finn’s ex-fling.
“Um…he was very sweet and last night was amazing.”
She pursed her lips and stared at me. “Okay. I get it. I’m the neighbor he slept with; it could be awkward, but let me assure you, it’s not. We slept together, Rory. There were no emotions there. Nothing.” She flashed me a wicked grin. “He’s big, isn’t he?”
I covered my mouth and laughed while looking away.
Regina pushed me lightly on the shoulder and said, “Yes! See? Come on, I’ve been dying to know how it was.”
“Wonderful. Incredible. I experienced things last night I never knew I could. Physically and emotionally. Which scares me.”
Her smile faded some. “Why does that scare you?”
I shrugged. “I feel so weird talking to you about this. We hardly know each other.”
Regina took a step back and spit on the palm of her hand. “Come on. Do it and we’ll be spit sisters.”
Widening my eyes, I glanced down to her hand. “You want me to spit in my hand and shake yours? We aren’t in grade school anymore.”
“Do you want to exchange blood and be blood sisters? I’m down for that, too.”
I quickly spit in my hand and pressed it to hers.
“I do solemnly swear to be a faithful and honest spit sister to Rory…”
“Adams.”
“…to Rory Adams.” She jerked her head for me to repeat what she had said.
“Oh. My last name is Hall.”
I nodded and licked my lips nervously. For Pete’s sake, Rory. It’s only spit!
“I do solemnly swear to be a…”
“Faithful and honest spit sister. Sheesh, have you never done this before?”
Frowning, I answered, “No! I do solemnly swear to be a faithful and honest spit sister to Regina Hall.”
When I removed my hand I turned and washed it, but Regina simply wiped her hand on her jeans.
I was never eating popcorn from the same bag with her after this.
“Okay, spill it.”
Turning, I leaned against the sink. “Well, we made love four times.”
“Four? Jesus. Did you give him some kind of magical pill?”
Chuckling, I shook my head. “No.”
“Sweet. But you ‘made love’ four times? Or did he bang the hell out of you and cause stars to dance behind your eyes? That’s the kind of lover Paul is.”
I believed it. He was built, and looked like he enjoyed a good roll in the hay. “Um…both.”
She waggled her eyebrows. “Do you feel it today? I’d think, after four times?”
“Oh yes. It’s also been a while since I was with a guy, so I’m extra sore today.”
“Take a hot bath tonight. You’ll feel much better.”
I nodded.
“He really cares about you, Rory. I hope you can see that.”
My chest squeezed. “I care about him also. He’s brought out a side of me I didn’t know I had.”
“That’s a good thing!”
I looked into her blue eyes and took in a deep breath. “Do you think Finn is the type of guy who will be happy with just one woman in his life?”
She didn’t even hesitate. “Yes. I really do. Please don’t let his past pave the way for your future. He’s a good guy, Rory. And I see why he is so attracted to you. You’re smart, beautiful, and the perfect normal for his crazy.”