Chapter 20: Living Room Bliss

Does this guy have a thing for Maggie? They say you should watch out for fires, thieves, and even your best friend. But to me, the real trouble was a crappy boyfriend. Esmeralda seemed to have one of those.  I frowned and shot Brandon a look. He sensed my stare and reined himself in. As for the blissfully oblivious Esmeralda, she did not seem to notice her boyfriend's shift. After the introductions, she bent over the menu again, all earnest concentration, the very picture of a happy little foodie. When...