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marred ...and after checking myself out in the full-length mirror on the bathroom door, know I definitely could be a P.I. because I’ve got this dressing to be sneaky down to a freakin’ T.

I check my wardrobe. I have a cute black, peplum, sparkly-front, zip-back, long-sleeved shirt that’s perfect which I pair with black skinny jeans and black ankle boots. The boots have a four-inch stiletto heel that’ll be a little tough to run in, but nothing else goes with my outfit, and everyone knows the appearance of a good outfit can’t be

“No, Mill, you were right. Was too busy with my career and I fucked up. Should’ve put you first. And after, should’ve found you and got you back immediately. Made amends. But I was too proud.” I close my eyes and shake my head. This is too much. “It’s not all your fault. I should’ve explained what I was feeling instead of running.”

His gray eyes burn into mine as he says this, his anguish coming through loud and clear. Wait. He’s apologizing to me? No! I should be the one apologizing to him. “Kade…” I whisper shaking my head. God, he’s such a good guy.

His amused look is back but then his eyes narrow and fix on mine, holding them. “Life’s been shit since you, Mill. Had everything and let it get away from me.” He takes a breath and blows it out. “Took it all for granted. I know that now. Should’ve done everything to make you happy and I didn’t. I’m sorry.”

Putting his elbows on his knees and clasping his hands in front of him, he stares at the floor for a moment before looking up at me. “Been stuck, Mill.” I take a deep breath, tired of the code he’s been talking in. “Kade, I know you’re all about action and not speaking because you’re a man, on top of being a badass ex-SEAL, but can you just, please, tell me what you’re wanting to tell me?”

Kristen (but cursing fits too, just saying).

Am I hearing Kirsten Ashley here?

Good writing. Small town setting. Millie is a CPA. Not much character development but enough 2 get by.