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I slant my lips against hers again, savoring it this time, keeping her close until she’s humming into my mouth. “Always greedy for you, Dani,” I mumble.

“Can we leave now? I kind of hate this place.”

I peer over my shoulder, taking in the massive house one last time before nodding at her. “Yeah. Let’s get the fuck out of here.”

I don’t look back as we drive away from the house.

I’ve got too much waiting for me ahead.

Thirty-Three

Dani

“Well,” Manuel sayswith a hint of amusement. “You’ve had quite an eventful couple of weeks.”

“I’ll say,” I sigh.

“Big win, disclosing a relationship, aiding on a criminal case—I’d call that a full docket.”

My lips tilt at the corner. “It’s been interesting, to say the least.”

“Well, kid,” he says with a grin. “You held up your end of the bargain. So I’m going to hold up mine. I hope you’re ready for more responsibility.”

I ignore my racing heart. “You really think the other partners will go for it?”

“Are you kidding? Do you know how much money you just made this firm by pulling out a win like you did? I’ll be surprised if they don’t approach me about it first.”

“I…Thank you. Really, Manny. I wouldn’t be here without you.”

“Oh, bullshit,” he snorts. “You’d be here with or without me. You’re good, kid.”

“Still. I hope you know how much I appreciate you.”

“Well, it never hurts to hear it.” He nods at the door. “Now get out of here. You deserve a few days off.”

I nod, beaming as I stand. “I’ll see you at dinner this weekend?”

“I would never miss a night out celebrating with your parents,” he chuckles. “They’re always a good time.”

“They’re like children.”

“But you love them.”

“Yeah,” I huff. “I really do.”

“And will you be bringing your new man?” His smile is sly. “I have to admit, you really caught me off guard with Ezra Hart.”

“No more than I did myself,” I scoff. I can feel my expression softening. “But yeah, he’s coming. His mother too.”

“I can’t wait. I’ll try not to tell them all your embarrassing stories.”

“You wouldn’t dare.”

“Wouldn’t I?”

I roll my eyes. “Jackass.”

“Love you too, kid.”