Page 15 of Masked in Deception

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I have a business dinner that evening in NYC already…

I’ll see if I can get them to push it back.

Margot:

Don’t do that! Seriously, it’s not a big deal.

Jack:

It is. You’re playing with the Philharmonic! Even if you weren’t…

No way would I miss this, Margot. You’re more important than the business. Always.

Margot:

Pinky promise?

Jack:

Pinky promise, Princess. You’re more important than anything.

Margot:

WHO is the woman with you in the club’s post from today?

Jack:

?????

Margot:

The platinum blonde! Your arm is around her, and you look pretty cozy.

Who is she?

Jack:

That’s Stella, one of our new featured performers for theme nights. She’s a contortionist and is going to do some circus-themed stuff for us.

Margot:

Oh.

Jack:

Jealous, Princess?

Margot:

I just thought it was weird. I usually don’t see you with blondes.

Jack:

You’re the only blonde for me.

Margot:

I better be… :)

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