Getting Played (Heart of Fame #7)
“Pulling in a slow breath, she ran her palms down over her belly, looking about herself. There were more dignitaries—local and foreign—and influential people here in the Sydney Town Hall than she’d ever encountered in one location. Every one she’d met had been friendly and interesting to talk to. She’d had a lengthy conversation with the prime minister’s wife about the Australian opera scene and how the Con was integral to furthering its international acclaim. She’d discussed Chopin and hip-hop with the Ambassador for the U.S. and the role of Eminem in Australia’s popular culture with the CEO of Qantas. It was, for someone in her position, a dream.
And yet she knew it was all a farce. Not because she wasn’t capable of holding her own in such company, but because the man beside her for all those conversations and discussions was not the man she wanted beside her.
Pressing both hands to her belly again, the snug black satin of her evening gown like cool liquid against her palms, she flic...ked Jeremy a quick sideways glance.MoreLess
And yet she knew it was all a farce. Not because she wasn’t capable of holding her own in such company, but because the man beside her for all those conversations and discussions was not the man she wanted beside her.
Pressing both hands to her belly again, the snug black satin of her evening gown like cool liquid against her palms, she flic...ked Jeremy a quick sideways glance.MoreLess
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