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Chapter 10
Sawyer
People get pushed off docks around here. So, she has a sense of humor.
“You really should invite the blonde to stay.” Asher jumped onto the bridge of the yacht. “She’s not your type, but she has something.”
“Get inside, Asher,” I moaned. “Why are you drinking already this morning?”
“Because I can. What’s with you?” Asher plopped down on a lounger. “So serious today.”
“Nothing.” I went to my room.
We shoved off about twenty minutes later. I stood on the deck watching Jade greet her fishing customers while listening to Asher groan about his hangover.
I can’t do this partying scene much longer. There has to be more, like someone else to care for beside myself.
“What’s going on in that big head of yours?” Asher pulled his hat over his face. “I can see you’re thinking about something. Is it the cute blonde?”
“Enough with the cute blonde jabs. She’s a person and her name is Jade,” I growled, then caught myself.
“Whoa, what’s gotten into you this morning?” Asher sat up. “Did you have too much of the wrong thing to drink?”
“I had one beer last night, for your information.” I sat down in the chair next to him. “Aren’t you tired of just partying all the time?”
“Umm, no, not really. I’m surprised to hear that question come out of you though, since you bought this island just for that purpose.” Asher picked up his sunglasses from the table. “You getting all full of emotions and wanting more?”
“Yeah, maybe.” I leaned back in the lounge chair. “We’re lucky people but we don’t do anything. We have architect degrees but don’t use them.”
“I use my degree. I’ve designed a bunch of high-end houses,” Asher defended himself. “What’s this all about?”
“I don’t know. Just ignore me, I guess.” I stood to walk away.
“Is this about all my brothers and one of yours getting married?” Asher called out as I was nearly out of sight. “Sawyer, come back.”
“The band will be at the island at three o’clock, by the way,” I said, walking back to where he now sat up looking at me.
“Great, what time are some of the guests arriving?” Asher asked.
“Around the same time.” I sat next to him.
“You wanna talk some more about what’s bugging you?” Asher handed me a bottle of water one of the crew just delivered.
“No, I’m not sure what’s bugging me. I’m gonna go make some phone calls and make sure everyone is set for arrival.” I stood back up.
“You should talk about it. At least that’s what my mother always says.” Asher laid himself back again. “I’ll be right here if you change your mind, bud.”
Aunt Victoria! That’s who I should call.
Chapter 11
Jade
“Dad, you can’t be drinking anymore,” I said from the doorway to the kitchen. “I need your help around here.”
“It’s just one beer, Jade.” He placed a plate of food on the table. “Sit down and eat.”
“No, Dad, it’s not just a beer.” I grabbed a fork from a drawer and sat down. “Aren’t you eating?”
