A Scream-Worthy Gift

In the following days, whenever he had time, he would come over at night, always after Angel had gone to sleep. He was very punctual.

I was always puzzled that there had been no news from George, as if he had disappeared from my life. His sudden silence was almost disconcerting.

But I didn't dare ask Joy about it, or he would tease me again.

Things at the company were running smoothly, too. Williams was really doing a great job; with him in the marketing department, everything was handled efficiently. He and Colin worked together seamlessly.

Dora Mitchell had been calling a lot lately, but I had been too busy to meet her. I had seen through her intentions at the wine party; always having to be on guard with her was exhausting, and I didn't enjoy that feeling.