Merripen, despite his fear of heights, had often climbed a ladder to wash the second floor window for her. He had wanted her view of the outside world to be clear. He had said the sky should always be blue for her.
Lisa KleypasGirlfriend, if you're waiting for a fairy godmother to show up with a dress and a ride, you're not going to make it to the party.
Lisa KleypasFor God's sake, Marks, do you think anyone really wants a glance at those dried-up matchsticks you call legs?
Lisa KleypasEasy, Marks,' he whispered. 'One of us has to have some self-control, and it really should be you.
Lisa KleypasAfter a universal silence, Leo was the first to speak. โDid anyone else noticeโโ โYes,โ Catherine said. โWhat do you make of it?โ โI havenโt decided yet.โ Leo frowned and took a sip of port. โHeโs not someone I would pair Bea with.โ โWhom would you pair her with?โ โHanged if I know,โ Leo said. โSomeone with similar interests. The local veterinarian, perhaps?โ โHeโs eighty-three years old and deaf,โ Catherine said. โThey would never argue,โ Leo pointed out.
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