Page 117 of The Heartbreaker

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Ridge

I have a thing with the guys and the Westons. Let’s hope I don’t murder my brother while we’re out. Alcohol and anger don’t mix well.

Me

You’d better not, mister.

Ridge

Only because you asked nicely …

Me

Tomorrow night then?

Ridge

Perfect.

Two more evenings of being kid-free before I get my Daisy back.

Me

I know you’ve missed her.

Ridge

For sure, but I’ve also enjoyed the break and spending time with you.

Not tomorrow, but the following night, I have dinner with Jana. I asked her to meet me. It’s time that we talk.

Me

You mean, THE talk?

Ridge

Yeah …

Me

Whoaaaaaa.

Ridge

It needs to happen. The sooner I tell her, the better we’ll all feel.

Me

Or the worse we’ll all feel.

Ridge

You’re supposed to be the positive one.

Me

The sky is suddenly feeling a little cloudy.

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