Chapter 70

• She turns to look into the startled eyes of a stunning woman a few feet to their left. The woman has a classic beauty that reminds her a lot of Haddie. Tendrils of blonde hair cascade around her shoulders, her caramel-colored eyes regard Annabelle pensively, and her full, painted lips purse as she takes her in. Annabelle feels a punch in the stomach, for despite being pressed against Nicholas, in the split second she has to size her up, she can see true adoration and love in her eyes toward him. Something about her is different though, and the feelings Annabelle sees in her eyes are much more intense than say Tawny’s or Raquel’s.
• Will the endless barrage of women in love with Nicholas ever end?
• “Impeccable timing as usual,” Nicholas grates through gritted teeth without even looking at her. Annabelle looks back at him, slightly confused, as he kisses the tip of her nose and pulls back. “Annabelle, meet my annoying little sister, Quinlan.”