Chapter 19 : Rumors

Rory’s POV

I took my seat on the couch, and it just happened to be right next to where Scott was sitting. Needy had gone back to being interested in the rest of the men around us and the meeting about to take place.

“I assume no one has an issue with my daughter, Kennedy, and her friend, Rory, joining us today?” Scott asked, almost like he was daring someone to object.

The room was silent. He nodded and stared forward.

Now everyone looked at Needy with great interest and as if she were their ticket to get in with her father. Needy didn’t seem to mind. She seemed to love the attention and the opportunity to network.

“Thank you,” I whispered.

I tried to be quiet but I obviously, wasn’t quiet enough since several eyes turned to me. Scott smiled that intense smile he gave me when we were alone, but it faded quickly.

“Of course, I wouldn’t want you to be uncomfortable.”