[canadian West 05] - Beyond the Gathering Storm

Authors: Janette Oke

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“He usually called and set the time first, but one afternoon he arrived at the office just as she was tidying up her desk. She looked up in surprise. He gave her a big grin and pulled a long-stemmed rose from behind his back. “I’m taking the prettiest girl I know out to dinner tonight,” he announced loudly enough for all those nearby to hear. Christine flushed. She was sure she was expected to join in the little game and ask who that might be, but she couldn’t make herself say the words. “And—in case you are wondering who that might be ...” Boyd swung on his heel. “Miss Stout, are you free tonight?” Laughter rippled through the row of young typists, and the stiff Miss Stout glared. “I feared not.” Boyd shook his head, obviously enjoying her discomfort. “Your calendar is undoubtedly full. Well, in that case, Christine, would you honor me?” Christine was tempted to agree with Miss Stout. The little speech had not been in good taste. But she could not say so in front of all the office staff.

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