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“And you got clearance in Texas?”
“You’re asking the wrong guy.” I kiss him and give Hunter my seat. I give him a finger wave and move to the seat with Chase.
The bus moves slowly through traffic. We visit the final houses and unload in front of S&J. I stand outside the bus shaking hands and hugging each guest. I have offers for seven of the ten houses, not a bad day at all.
Stephanie stops in front of me. I extend my hand, and she takes it.
"I'll be in touch," she says, walking away.
I watch her walk away, still baffled how we've always seemed to be on the outs with each other.
“Turns out she’s a consultant with a specialty in business expansion.” Ryann stands next to me.
“Are you familiar with her firm?”
“Vaguely. I’ll call around about her and see if we can’t help Max get clearance to operate in the state. Watch that one.”
“Yes, ma’am.” Max steps outside and I still can’t believe he’s here. I move in his direction turning back to Ryann. “Are you joining us?
“No, I’m heading home. I’m up for partner and duty calls.”
“I think we need to sign you up for speed dating again.”
“Oh, nooo, you don't. Harper found enough losers for all of us. I'm glad you're boo'ed up, but I have no time in my life for a man, at least not regularly. Except when it's time to drop it like it's hot."
I howl. “I’d pay to see you drop it in a suit.”
“I’ll keep that in mind.” She chuckles. “Don’t forget, we have a meeting at the new property on Monday.”
“I’m there.” I pull her into a hug. “Thank you. Love you.”
“Love you too. I’m out to find a strong cup of coffee and review some contracts.”
“Don’t work too hard.”
“I’m a black woman gunning for partner in a majority white firm. Hard work is my middle name.”
“Ryann ‘Hard Work’ Gibson, time waits for no woman.”
“Go get your man. I bet you a bill they’ll name me as the youngest partner in the firm. Time waits for no woman, but I plan to make it my bitch.”
We laugh, hugging one more time.
“You’ve built a full life.” Max wraps an arm around me.
“I have.” I watch Ryann until she honks her horn driving off into the night. “Are we heading inside or my place? I’m officially done for the day.”
“Your place.”
Chapter 6
“Welcome to my home.” I toss my keys on the table. “Would you like a tour?” I reach for my jacket, but Max stops me. His hand glides inside until it topples to the floor.
I lead him inside, stopping when he pulls my shirt off. I stop his hands when they reach for my waistband. I turn around glancing over my shoulder. I unbutton my pants, lowering them to the floor with my ass in his face.
“Fuck…” I hear his growl over the thumping of my heart.
I stand before him in my bra and thong. I loosen the bun on top of my head, letting my curls cascade down my back.
