Chapter 39: Lance Jameson

Magnus deeply moved Ada.  Ayla, meanwhile, looked stunned, her gaze unfocused.  She had never imagined Magnus would turn her down.  It was the first time in her life that a man had refused her. "Well, okay..." Ayla forced a smile, tried to smooth over the awkwardness, and, as she turned, shot Ada a wounded look.  Ada couldn't help but chuckle to herself.  The two were as close as sisters, but even close friends sometimes compete.  This time, Ada had clearly won.  Her mood lifted,...