Chapter 11 – Slow and steady

Sabrina and Devin's packaged food arrived when Martin said, "I guess I arrived late." He meant that the siblings would soon be leaving. Inching close to Sabrina, he asked fervently, "Can we talk somewhere private?"

The corner of Sabrina's lips raised but her eyes were emotionless. Politely, she responded, "Mister Dane, I divorced my husband 24 hours ago and in order to not waste your time, I will say it plainly. I am nowhere near ready to enter into any relationship."

Martin's eyes dulled and Robin was looking the other way. He knew that Sabrina was finding it hard to get over Robin but never comprehended this part of her ambition. Martin was rather surprised by how she saw through him so easily.

"God, you are so raw. I wanted to talk about business."