chapter 7

Nora couldn't stop starting at the dazzling ring for the most of the ride to Westchester airport.

Connor had done well. the diamond was at least four carats, a brilliant round stone, at least D or E color, and flanked by baguettes. All set beautifully in platinum. it looks like amazing on her, she thought. It looks like it belongs.

Will you be needing a pick-up upon your return, Ms. Sinclair? 'asked the driver, guiding her out of the Lincoln Town Car in front of the terminal.

No, I'm all set, she said thank you. She handed the man a handsome tip, popped up the handle on her suitcase, and rolled on inside-past the exceedingly long line for coach check in, and right up to the first class counter. With each step she could practically hear Connor's voice and the start of one of their other shared mantras.

''less hassle.....''he'd say.

...is always worth more money, she'd response.

After a smooth take-off and a climb to cruising altitude, Nora finally took her eyes off her engagement ring. She opened up the lastest issue of House and Garden.

One of the feature pictorials was a home, she'd decorated for a client out in connect it cut. Darling in Darien, read the title the shots were glorious and the accompanied article glowing with praise. the only thing missing was any mention of her name.

precisely how she wanted it.

An hour and a half later, the plane touched down at logan airport.