Third Time's a Charm
“Ryan sat next to an empty one, his arm casually draped across the back in an unspoken claim. When Tori arrived, maybe she’d sit beside him, and he could get the coffee question out of the way.
When Joan and Ken appeared in the doorway, he straightened and craned his neck to see behind them. Instead of Tori, he caught sight of the oldest Sanderson sister. Allie’s head moved as she scanned the room and when she saw him, she crooked a finger in his direction to beckon him into the hall. He stepped past Ken, who entered the room to grab a couple of chairs, and joined Joan and Allie outside.
“She’s not coming,” Joan said as he stepped through the doorway. “She called Mom this morning and claimed to have a meeting at work.”
Disappointment deflated Ryan’s tense muscles. Disappointment, and maybe a touch of relief. Tori probably wouldn’t go out with him anyway. Embarrassing situation avoided.
Allie scowled.
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