Page 96 of Falling for the CEO

"Yes," I said with a chuckle because now he was her neighbor, not mine.

"Penny, I love you, but you didn’t meet Spencer too long ago. Are you sure that you should base such a huge decision around your relationship?”

I frowned, feeling a bit pissed off. "I know you want the best for me, but this is something I get to decide by myself."

"Of course it is. Sorry. It’s none of my business."

"I appreciate the opportunity."

"At least think about it," she said.

"Of course I'm considering it. But my heart is telling me that I shouldn't move right now."

"And you always follow your heart, huh?"

"Yes. It’s led me astray, but that's who I am."

"What are you doing this evening?"

"Spencer and I are going out. And speaking of which, I should start getting ready."

"You just want to get rid of me."

That was true. I was a bit pissed about her reaction. But I also did have to dress up and so on.

"I have to wash my hair."

"All right. Want to send me pictures with outfits?"

I grinned. She was waving a white flag. "Oh yeah, I definitely need your opinion."

After taking out the muffins and letting them cool on the counter, I washed my hair. Then I put on two masks, one which was supposed to make my hair extra shiny. While I was waiting for the hair mask to work its wonders, I also applied one to my face.

I washed my face first, then after taking off the hair mask and drying my hair, I inspected myself carefully in the mirror. That treatment was a good investment. My hair was shinier than ever. Then I went back to the bedroom and tried on four dresses, sending pictures to Taylor.

It was just a picnic, but I still wanted to look good.

I decided on a summery bright dress.

Taylor: Ha, I remember the green one. It's got my vote.

Penny: It’s my favorite too.

Taylor: Sorry for coming on so strong earlier. I love you. You know that, right?

Penny: I do.

I sighed, looking at myself in the mirror. Should I pay more attention to Taylor's warning? Following my hearthadgotten me into trouble before.

Being in the condo wasn't good for me. It triggered me in a way that few other things did. It was solid proof of my failed marriage.

That’s no way to think, Penny. You’re going out with a gorgeous man who cares about you. You’re healing. You no longer feel like you have a stone wall around your heart. And you got a good job offer—even though you don’t want it.Amazing things are happening to you.

And even greater ones were in store—I was sure of it.

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