Page 33 of Stick to the Deal

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Reginald

Hey what do you think of this one?

I click the link he sent, finding a three-bedroom residence in Chelsea. It’s an older apartment building renovated into townhouses. A pretty perfect blending of classic and modern.

Me

That looks perfect. Book a showing. If it’s half this nice, put in an offer. Cash. Fast close.

Reginald

Will do. How’s it going with your friends?

Me

Great.

Reginald

I’m glad. :)

The three dots dance at the bottom of the phone and I gnaw my lip.

Reginald

So what’s your schedule like in October? Will you be in New York?

The truth is, I’m free as a bird. I’d planned to stay in Friendship Springs for the next few weeks—help out with the baby, hang out with Anna. But everyone’s fallen into a routine while I’ve been gone. Laughter floats to me from the living room, making me wonder if they’d even miss me.

Me

I could be… what do you have in mind?

Reginald

There’s going to be a new flat to decorate, and I’m rubbish at that stuff

Me

Do you forget I’ve seen your place?

Reginald

I paid someone to do that. Why pay money when I married an artist?

My stomach gives a little flip.

Reginald

Do I need to remind you of points 3 and 4 of our deal? Joint space means joint work and you owe me a week here, anyway.

Me

I’ll be there as fast as you find us a place.

Reginald

Deal. Don’t bother unpacking, Princess.

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