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“Jane, I would like you to meet Jillian Bell. Jillian, this is my housekeeper, friend, and chef, Jane.”
“It’s so nice to meet you, Jillian.” Jane smiled as she reached out and grabbed both her hands.
“It’s nice to meet you too, Jane.”
“Dinner is just about ready. Go sit in the dining room, and I’ll bring it out.”
I placed my hand on the small of Jillian’s back as we walked into the dining room.
“Your place is amazing.” She grinned as she looked around.
“Thank you. After we eat, I’ll show you around.”
Just as we sat down, I heard the doorbell ring, and Jane answered it. I wasn’t expecting anyone, so I had no clue who it could be.
“Well, hello there, Drew.” Liam grinned as he walked into the dining room.
“Liam.” I nodded. I knew why he was here.
“Hello, there.” He extended his hand to Jillian. “I’m Drew’s friend and next-door neighbor, Liam Wyatt.”
“Nice to meet you, Liam. I’m Jillian Bell.” She politely shook his hand.
“As in daughter of Donald Bell?” He cocked his head.
“Yes. Do you know my father?”
“We met a few months ago at a business convention. He told me you were engaged to be married.”
Jillian took in a deep breath. “Well, that didn’t work out.”
“Are you living here in New York?” he asked.
“Yes. Actually, I’m renting Drew’s apartment.”
“Sweet. Welcome to the Big Apple.” He grinned.
“Not to interrupt, but is there a reason you stopped by?” I asked.
“Oh. Sorry. I brought the color book with the swatches for your bathroom. I gave it to Jane.”
“Thanks. I appreciate it.”
He placed his hands in his pocket and spoke, “Well, I should get going. Avery and I are having dinner with Oliver and Delilah.”
“It was nice to meet you, Liam.”
“Nice to meet you too, Jillian.”
Getting up from my seat, I walked Liam to the front door.
“Dude. Jillian Bell? Really?”
“It’s a long story, and we’ll discuss it over drinks. Listen, do not tell anyone that she’s living here in New York.”
“Why?” he asked in confusion.
“Because her parents don’t know where she is. It’s complicated. Just trust me.”
