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Chapter 5

Lanie set down her fork, trying to analyze her friend’s tone. Excited? Anxious?

“Do you remember when I applied for the internship with Senator Garvey?” At his father’s nod, he said, “I didn’t get a spot, but they have an opening now.”

“Really? That sounds exciting,” said Jason. His bland expression revealed nothing about his true feelings.

“Yeah. It’s only two weeks, for a special project. I have to let them know later this morning.”

Jason looked surprised. “You didn’t accept right away?”

Josh glanced at Lanie, and she gave him a small smile. “I had to check with Lanie first.”

“Excuse me?” Jason cleared his throat. “Do you need your fiancée’s permission to take advantage of such a promising opportunity?”

“No,” Lanie said, a little louder than she’d intended. “Josh should do whatever he wants.”

Jason nodded. “I’m glad you feel that way. When are you supposed to arrive in D.C.?”

Josh chewed on his bottom lip for a second. “That’s the thing. They want me to start tomorrow.” He