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Chapter 1
“Oh my god. You put chocolate frosting on my nose,” grumbled Cricket as she reached for the napkin to wipe it off. “Well, Earth to Cricket wasn’t working. I mean, your body is sitting here with us celebrating, but girl, you are far, far away,” Jenna replied, sashaying her fingers along with the words. “Oohh, I…
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“Thank God,” Cricket mumbled, as she managed to get ready before Scott showed up. The day had been special and she hadn’t wanted it to end. But then, she was a master at putting off confrontation and the changes she wanted to make with Scott, or for that matter, herself. Status quo was Cricket’s comfort…
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The ride in the limo was cramped, not in space, but in attitude. Not only was Scott sitting next to her, but the guys he hired for protection were there too, all muscle and bravado. Cricket had to give it up for Scott, because he was as ripped as they were, actually working out with…
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The ride back to Scott’s place seemed to be taking longer than usual. She was grateful the security guys were up front with the driver so they could have some privacy. Cricket knew she had pushed the envelope by making him wait for her to eat her pie, especially after his comments about gaining some weight. …
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Good God. What a mess. Cricket leaned back against the elevator wall and fought to keep from throwing up. Too much emotion always left her with either nausea, loose bowels, or tearful. Her Grandmother had told her the Good Lord had wired her that way so she could stay in touch with her feelings. Hah! The boatful of feelings…
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