Page 114 of Love Is: Two Bodies One Soul

‘Now, why don’t you let Emi go play with the other little girls. Let her have some fun.’

‘Will it be all right?’ Owen looked uncertain.

‘Of course, it will. And you should talk to Sally, take her into the reception.’

‘Are you trying to get rid of me?’.

‘No. But I’ve got work to do. So go to Sally. She’s all on her own.’

Owen released Emi to the other children.

‘See you later?’

‘You will.’ Lexie smiled at him.

‘Go on,’ she urged again. ‘Let me do my job.’

Owen leaned forward. ‘I can’t wait to get you alone.’ He dropped a kiss on her lips. ‘Don’t work too hard. Save some energy for me.’ He brushed her lips again and then walked over to Sally. Lexie watched Sally’s face light up as Owen said something before offering an arm to escort her into the Princess Room. Always the perfect gentleman, Lexie thought, her heart swelling.

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