Manfax (Winter Brothers #2) - Jacob Chance Page 0,55

think of another person who deserves good fortune more than Dani. “It sounds perfect,” I tell her.

“When are we going dress shopping?” Vi asks. “You know how fast the time is going to pass by.”

“It’s only August now,” Dani reminds Vi.

“I know, but once Halloween hits, the rest of the holidays fly by. Your wedding will be here in a flash.”

Dani grimaces.

“Are you nervous about getting married?” I inquire.

She shakes her head. “Not in the way you’re probably imaging. This will be my second marriage, and I want this one to last for the long haul.”

“Why wouldn’t it?” Vi asks.

“Well, my ex and I grew apart, and I don’t want that to happen again.”

I reassuringly place a hand on Dani’s forearm. “It won’t. I’m saying this with complete confidence. Rex is madly in love with you. He’s never going to let distance come between you two. No way, no how.”

Dani’s mouth parts in a full smile. “Thanks for reminding me. Sometimes our relationship seems too good to be true. I keep waiting for something to go wrong.”

“Maybe you should focus on all the right that’s happening. You deserve every bit of it,” I point out.

“So do you. Let’s get back to discussing you and Adam,” Dani suggests.

My stomach does a little flip at the mention of his name. For a strong, independent woman who’s always been the first to speak up and say that I don’t need a man, I’ve sure got it bad for him.

I woke up before my alarm clock went off and couldn’t get back to sleep. Doubt-filled thoughts about Adam danced around in my head, taunting me. Rather than submit to the craziness, I headed into the office early, and it paid off. I’ve been immensely productive so far.

Although, I’m kicking myself for not grabbing coffee on the way in like usual. Glancing at my watch, I note the time. Maybe a quick break is in order. I can run to the cafe.

Enjoying the silence enveloping me, I decide to answer a few more emails first before leaving. Not that our offices are ever too noisy, but with no one else here, I could hear a pin drop instead of the sound of Lisa’s fingers continuously hitting the computer keys.

With the main door to Manfax open, I’m able to hear the low hum of the elevator doors opening on this floor. Footsteps scuff along the low pile rug, and I call out, “Good morning, Lisa.”

“Morning,” Adam greets me, slipping inside my office. His lips crook upward on one side, and his dimple winks at me.

I can’t hold back my smile. I’m surprised but so happy to see him. I’m tempted to jump out of my leather chair and throw my arms around him. But I don’t.

“Hey, Rocky. I brought some breakfast and coffee for us.” Nudging my door closed with his elbow, he walks over, setting down the drink tray and paper bag.

“You just made my morning. I was about to go grab something. I’ve been here since six.”

“Damn, that’s early. Is everything okay?” he looks concerned.

“Everything’s fine. I woke and couldn’t seem to fall back to sleep and figured I might as well put the time to use.”

“And did you?” he asks.

“I did. I’m glad I came in.”

“You look as beautiful as ever. I can’t tell you were short on sleep.” He hands me one of the cups and removes one for himself.

“Thank you. This coffee will help, for sure.”

“This is for Lisa. Where should I put it?”

“You bought her coffee?”

“You said you grab one for her every day. I figured I’d help out.”

“That’s so sweet. You can set it on my file cabinet. She’ll come see me as soon as she arrives. Are you a mind reader?” Looking perplexed at my question, he shakes his head. “For the first time in ages, I didn’t grab coffee on the way in, so it’s perfect that you did.”

“I guess we’re in sync,” he offers. “Here, don’t forget your breakfast.” He pushes the bag forward until I snatch it up, peering inside.

“Oh, yum. I love powdered jelly donuts.” Plucking it from the bag, I bite into the outer edge. “Mmm.” I close my eyes. “I can feel my ass expanding already.” He chuckles, and I take another bite. Licking the white substance from my lips, my eyes pop open to find him studying my chest. Glancing down, I see powder all over my green shirt. Brushing the sugar away with an embarrassed giggle, I glance up, our