This snippet is from one of my current works in progress. It’s a hurt/comfort story about giving and accepting help, tentatively titled Pay It Forward.
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“I don’t know why I suggested we come here,” Ryan said as he plonked himself in the chair opposite Bailey.
“What’d you mean?” Bailey managed to stop staring at the back of the guy who was now clearing a table nearby. “The coffee’s great.”
“Yeah, the coffee is great. It’s the company that sucks.” Ryan scowled.
“Huh?” Bailey raised an eyebrow.
“You don’t pay me the slightest bit of attention and I have to drag the conversation out of you. You only have eyes for Mr. Gorgeous over there.” Bailey followed Ryan’s gaze and found himself taking in the muscled form again.
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Have a great weekend and happy reading!
Nic xx
Looking for something to read this weekend? Check out Patrick’s Savior (or the first two books in the Heroes series – Charlie’s Hero and Andrew’s Promise)
Lex Valentine says
So cute!
rhodrymavelyne says
Aw, poor Ryan!
Nephy Hart says
Poor Ryan. I feel for him. I’ve so been there.
Addison Albright says
Bailey’s going to have to work to redeem himself! <3
Charli Coty says
Aw, poor guy. Hope he gets more attention as the story goes along!
Gotta say, I love your RS banner with the <3 balloons! So cool!
Jackie Keswick says
This doesn’t sound as if it will end well….
Antonia Aquilante says
Aw, poor Ryan.
janadenardo says
Uhoh sounds like trouble’s brewing.
louiselyons013 says
Somebody’s jealous 😉
Nic Starr says
Thanks for the lovely comments everyone. It’s so nice to see you reading my work and I appreciate the feedback 🙂