#Chapter 50 - Undeniable Attraction

Shirley As I’m getting ready for the day the following morning, I can’t help but acknowledge the restful night of sleep I’ve had - despite the dinner with Keith, despite him asking me to spend Thanksgiving with him, despite everything. Somehow, I managed to pass out soon after I returned to my room, and I slept soundly throughout the whole night. And now I’m moving around the guest bedroom, tidying up a little so Keith doesn’t think I’m some wild animal. Meanwhile, I have my phone propped against my shoulder and Jean’s sweet voice filling my ear. Well, it’s sweet despite the sadness in her tone over the news I’ve just shared. “What do you mean you’re not coming home for Thanksgiving? I was really hoping I could see you,” she tells me. “I know, Jean. I was too,” I tell her as I fold some clothes. “But things are really picking up with the project and it’s important for me to be here.” “I get it,” Jean says. “Work comes first. But really, I hate