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“I’m not twisting your arm,” I reply gently. “Perhaps your friend, Hugh, is interested since he is also in the remodeling business?”
“No,” she snaps. “I can do it. Though I’d need to see the house beforehand to be convinced I’m the right person for the job.”
I’m hit with a rush of relief and excitement. “Are you free sometime over the weekend?”
She swallows the last of her glass. “I’m ready now.”
It takes me a moment to register what she’s saying.
“Or tomorrow… maybe.”
“No, now is perfect,” I add while standing, and she stands beside me as I tap out a message to David.
I’m not coming back upstairs. If other business matters occur, email me the details.
I turn to Penny and say, “Just give me a moment to speak with my driver.” I dial his number and he answers immediately. “Royce.”
“Mr. Hendricks.”
“Bring the car around to the side entrance.”
“Coming now, sir.”
I place my hand on her back. “Shall we go?”
“Are you leaving?” Zara slides into the booth and pours herself a champagne. “Because I doubt you’re heading to the dance floor.”
Penny giggles. “Not dancing.” She blows her friend a kiss. “See you tomorrow.”
“We talked about this,” Zara calls out. “Am I supposed to stop you?”
“It’s only business.”
Zara smiles at me. “Right…”
“I’ll get her home safe.” I nod at Zara. “It’s nice you look out for Penny.”
“Oh, I didn’t tell you that Hugh left ten minutes ago. I saw him on the dance floor, and he came over to me when he received a message about the change in flights. Sienna arrives in another hour.” Zara tips the glass to her lips. “I might as well head home, but I’m not leaving this expensive champagne.”
I wave my hand at Zara. “Bring it with you. I can give you a ride.”
Penny tilts her head. “I appreciate you doing this for Zara.”
I wait for Zara to finish her drink. “I would feel better knowing you’re not standing out on the pavement waiting for a ride to turn up.”
“He’s right.” Zara walks past and taps my chest. “It’s the gentlemanly thing to do. Lead the way,big boy.”
What?
I lean close to Penny’s ear. “Has someone been sharing details?”
Penny covers her eyes with her hand momentarily and I chuckle. Penny can call mebig boyto her friends any time, especially if I was the one to give her a memorable orgasm.
And I’m happy to offerthatservice again.
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