Chapter 17

• He gives a nod. "She told me about a pirate ball tonight. It's part of some festival. I think I want to go. Gauge what people think about the paper. I like to do my research before I invest in something."
• I scoff. "The pirate ball. Well, have fun. April loves that pirate crap. She'll be a great date for you. Oh, and she's single, in case you were wondering. I think you're her type. She'd love to snag a rich guy from Miami."
• He licks the side of his mouth and flashes a seductive grin. "Are you jealous?"