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Spencer and I share a knowing look.
One that saysI’m ready.
We’re ready.
We’ve figured it out. The missing piece.
And I pray it’s enough to finally put this to bed. Enough for justice to reign true.
All he does is nod, returning his attention to Brandon and Ruth Royal.
“Are you enjoying your stay?” I hear Brandon ask. When I look away from Spence, I notice his attention is now focused on me.
“Yes. I love what you’ve done with the place. How long ago did you remodel?” I ask, attempting to make conversation even though I’d rather not.
“Gosh, it’s been about what? Five years? Six?” he asks, his question directed at Ruth.
“Something like that. Those few months are kind of a blur. Every time someone picks up a hammer, I have flashbacks of you and Ben fixing up the place.” Ruth shudders at the thought even though she’s giggling. “I’m just glad it’s over.”
“Well, you did a great job,” Jay pipes up. “Really. It’s the nicest place to stay in town.”
“I appreciate that,” Brandon says, offering Jay his hand.
Mia changes the topic to Ruth’s amazing culinary skills, reminding me how hungry I am. Jay waves over a waitress, orders us a few drinks and some food. As she rushes off in a frenzy, he picks me up, steals my seat, and places me in his lap. His movements don’t go unnoticed by anyone at our table, all eyes falling to us.
When I chance a glance in Mia’s direction a few minutes later, she’s grinning at me from ear to ear. All I do is shrug my shoulders and smile back at her. There’s no hiding it at this point.
Things will change again in less than twenty-four hours.
I have no idea what happens next, so I’m going to live in the moment and being close to Jay is exactly where I want to be. It’s where I was meant to be.
