The night is crisp and clear, the kind of autumn evening that makes Manhattan flirt with you—glittering lights, cool air, and just enough magic to make you believe anything could happen.Dr. Perry Haught arrives promptly at seven, because of course he does. His light brown hair is perfectly tousled,
I take a deep breath and exhale. “Like I said, I like him, it will give my child a legitimate father and it will be a huge boon for me at the firm. Sure, there are some risks and concerns, but I think the benefits outweigh the disadvantages.” I nod my head as I realize the answer is settling with me
My stomach clenches a little. “Well, when we first meet, he told me that he was interviewing in New York City, Chicago, Miami, and Boston. I guess the job in New York offered the best opportunity for him. Besides, that’s not where his main practice is, it's just where he has to put in clinic hours.”
They must have been perfect together. I could hear it in his voice whenever he mentioned her name.Is he just looking to fill a void with someone who resembles her but is completely different in temperament?I need to bounce this off my girl, Abby. She's too sensible for her own good, but it's just
After a grueling day of depositions, I return to my Upper East Side apartment, a haven for young professionals like myself. As I approach my door, a beautiful bouquet of flowers catches my eye. The card reads, "Looking forward to dinner tomorrow night, Perry."A smile tugs at my lips. “As am I,” I w
I'm not going to lie, it was one hell of a connection. The late-night talk, the belly laughs, and the sex – Oh. My. God. If it weren't for the part about having a baby, I'd jump at the opportunity to help him get his trust fund and advance my career in the process."Perry, I left without a word beca