Page 44 of Cinnamon Strudel
She stifled a yawn. “I couldn’t if I tried.”
They shared a brief kiss and she watched him disappear, dozing off to Manuel’s teases that Morgan had been so fast.
Morgan
Ever since that evening Manuel had appeared at his door, Morgan barely had thirty seconds to catch his breath—and he hadn’t seen Ruby since. It had only been two days, but it felt like forever.
As if she could read his thoughts, his phone rang, and he greeted her right away. “Darlin’…’”
“Hi there. Are you still at the office?”
“Unfortunately, yes.”
“I was hoping we could have dinner tonight.”
“I would love that very much.”
“I’m out of here in an hour, but I have a nail appointment first.”
“Don’t tell me you’re getting all dolled up just for me.”
“I am,” and she sounded so damn proud too.
“Is that something you like to do on your own? Or are you up for company?”
“You want to come to the nail salon with me?”
“Only if that’s okay.”
“Would you like a ride?”
“If you have enough time.”
“Send me your address and I’ll see if it’s on the way.”
He sent off the address, and Ruby confirmed that she’d pick him up on the way. He rushed to get through his work not to let it all fall on his brothers. It wasn’t long before Manuel pushed his door open. “Found this strange woman wandering around the office.”
“Hi,” Ruby greeted.
“I’m just sending the last email.”
Her steps came around the desk before she placed a smooch on his cheek and laid her hand on his back. “Take your time—I’m early. There wasn’t much traffic.”
“What are you two freaks getting up to today?” Manuel asked.
“I’ll tell you mine if you tell me yours,” Ruby teased back.
“I’m the only single brother left—I’m spending the evening stuffing my face with pizza and being bitter over it.”
“Well, we’re getting our nails done.”
Morgan whirled around to face her. “Wait!We?”
“Yes, they had an extra appointment so you can get a manicure too.”
“And I thought Alexander was the gay one.”
“That’s rude!” Ruby scolded.
