Chapter 18

Sam looked even taller in his tuxedo, his hair blonder under the brilliant sun. He wore his sunglasses like he always did when he was anywhere near bright light, but Elijah knew the smile Sam greeted them with would be reflected in his eyes.

“And I even got here with my head intact,” Sam joked.

“I guess that means you weren’t late.” And you look absolutely amazing. Elijah stepped back and gestured to Jane. “Jane, this is Sam Coles. Sam, this is my date, Jane.”

He watched Sam take her hand and smile, flirting with her shamelessly all the while. It surprised him a little to see a faint blush come to her cheeks when he complimented her dress, but then again, he should have realized Sam would know how to work even the most seasoned pro like Jane.

“I don’t suppose you’d go out and keep Connie company while I use the bathroom really fast, would you, Jane?” Sam winked. “She rushed me over here just a little too quick for comfort.”