Blackmailed By The Boss. Kathryn Ross
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sis, you’re just like Dad where that business is concerned. I know it’s very important to you, but you need to let up—take advantage of the fact you’ve got Jordan at the helm now and relax a bit.’
Charlotte studiously avoided Jordan’s eyes. ‘Yes, you’re right,’ she murmured.
Steve lifted the wine bottle and made to refill her glass. ‘Oh, I can’t have another drink, Steve, I’m driving.’ She hurriedly put her hand over the glass.
‘I’ll drive you home, Charlotte.’ Jordan’s voice was firm, making more like a command than an offer.
After a moment’s hesitation she lifted her hand. She needed to talk some more to Jordan about the situation anyway, so she might as well let him drop her home, she thought resignedly.
The light was fading outside and Jennifer lit the candles on the table.
‘Anyone want coffee?’ Steve asked, standing up.
‘Not for me, thanks.’ Jordan smiled. ‘But I’ll give you a hand to stack the dishwasher.’ He waved away Jennifer’s objections as he got to his feet. ‘It’s the least I can do after such a lovely meal.’
‘You OK?’ Jennifer asked Charlotte as soon as they were left alone.
‘Yes, fine.’ Charlotte smiled and then hastily got to her feet. She had to get away before her sister started probing further. Jennifer knew her too well not to realise something was wrong.
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