Page 18 of Maverick

Parker laughed. “Not even a little one.”

Maverick shook his head. “He fell hard for Jessa.”

“Lucky bitch,” Parker muttered, then laughed. “I’m teasing. I’m sure she’s a lovely person.”

“Yes, she is. In fact, you can meet her because she’s coming this way.”

Parker gasped. “Oh, my God!”

He got to his feet, and she watched him grin as a beautiful woman with red hair, hugged him.

“Maverick, it’s great to see you again.”

“Jessa, it’s good to see you too. This is Parker Tisdale. Parker, Jessa Hunter.”

When Jessa turned to look at her, she smiled at her and Parker felt bad for calling her a bitch, even though it was in fun.

“Parker, it’s nice to meet you,” Jessa said as she smiled at her.

“You too. I’m so sorry for calling you a bitch.”

“You called me a bitch?” Jessa asked in surprise.

Parker shook her head. “I didn’t mean it,” she murmured.

Maverick chuckled. “Let’s just say, she’s a fan of Grant’s.”

Jessa frowned, then laughed. “I get it.”

“Parker works for Shay.”

“Oh! I love that shop. I am such a fan of blown glass and Lou Rogers is one of the best glass smiths around.”

Parker grinned and nodded. Maverick was right. Jessa Hunter was a wonderful woman and Parker was sure, if given the chance, they’d become friends.

“Well, I need to head back to the kitchen to get our food. One good thing about owning a restaurant, you can get food to-go anytime.”

“That definitely helps. It was really nice to meet you, Jessa.” Parker smiled.

“You too. Please come back.” Jessa grinned as she walked away.

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Maverick almost burst out laughing at the look on Parker’s face when Jessa walked off.

Parker looked at him and shook her head. “I hope she doesn’t hate me.”

“Jessa is used to it. She’s great, though.”

“She seems like it.” She shook her head. “I feel awful.”

“Don’t. As I said, she’s used to it, and she knew you were teasing.”

“God, I hope so. She is beautiful.”

“Yes, and Grant is crazy about her.”

“I can see why.” Parker grinned.

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