Chapter 88

  Well, that’s a revelation, and it’s kind of sweet. I grin at him, stupidly pleased with his answer for no reason.

  “Someone smart and normal?” I gush with surprise.

  “Pretty much.” For once he doesn’t add a flirty comment, finally being serious. I figure so many women in the world would squeal over this tidbit of information right now, giving hope to the millions of adoring women.

  “Someone like me?” I laugh, overcome with hesitation and a touch of nerves.

  “I already told you, bambina; confess how crazy you are for me and I’ll marry you before dawn. We both know you’ve the serious hots for your sexy boss.” His face is nothing but sheer jest and smiles. I shake my head, eyes rolling at his usual annoying self, and sigh all at the same time.

  “You’re infuriating,” I scold gently.