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Chapter 19

Jason still experienced a hint of anxiety when the helicopter landed the next afternoon. Would Josh be as carefree about the canceled wedding that supposedly never was as Lanie thought? Or would he react with anger? He had to admit to a small bit of worry about her reaction to Josh as well. It seemed unlikely she would change her mind after admitting she was falling in love with him, but he still didn’t know if he could trust her.

They met Josh at the landing pad. His son looked tired and a little pale, along with completely happy. After he’d received a hug, Jason watched through narrowed eyes as Josh hugged Lanie, seemingly with nothing more than friendly affection. She pressed a kiss on his cheek before stepping away from him. He waited to see if she would acknowledge their relationship. When she leaned against him casually, as though she hadn’t given it a second thought, he breathed a small of relief. He put his arm around her waist, watching Josh’s reaction.

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