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“I have a guest staying with me for a few days.”
“I saw her come in with you last night. New girlfriend?”
“No, she works for me, and someone broke into her apartment last night. She’s going to stay at my place until we can find her a safer apartment.”
“Oh, man, that sucks.”
“Yeah, so, she’s going to be driving my car and staying at my place. I have to head out of town for a few days. Can you let the others know?”
“Absolutely. What’s her name? I’ll put her on the guest list.”
“Lillian Rouse, and under no circumstances can a man by the name of Wade Rouse step foot on these premises.”
“Angry husband?”
“They are going through a divorce, and I’m pretty sure he’s the one that broke into her place.”
“Any idea what he looks like?”
“None.”
“Alright, I’ll reach out to a buddy to see if we can get a photo of him, and I’ll post it.”
“Thanks, Ted. I really appreciate it.”
“You’re welcome, Zack.”
With that, I climbed into my other vehicle and drove to the airport. I was just about to board my plane when I received a text message from Lilly.
I am so sorry I fell asleep. Thank you for the blanket, note, and keys. You are amazing, Zack. You have no idea how much this all means to me.
You are welcome. I have to get on my plane now, but I’ll check in with you later.
Have a safe trip.
I boarded the plane with a smile on my face, and even closed my eyes and dozed for most of the trip. While I rested, I dreamed of Lilly staring at me with frightened eyes. Each time, I would pull her to me, and the fear would vanish, and in its place, desire would fill those beautiful whiskey-colored eyes.
I hadn’t even gotten to my destination, and I already wished I was on my way home.
* * *
It was abouteight that night when I was finally able to call Lilly and check on her.
She answered on the third ring. “Hi, how is your trip? Lydia said there was a problem.”
“Nothing that can’t be handled,” I replied, happy to know that she and Lydia had spoken about me. Well, at least about work.
“Oh, that’s good.”
“How are things going there? You settled in?”
“As much as I can be. I will admit that I have been snooping around your place a little bit. Your condo is beautiful. Did you decorate it?”
“Believe it or not, I did.”
“I’m impressed. I’ll have to have you help me with my next place.”
“I’d be honored. Speaking of which, did you hear from Booker?”
