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Authors: Jeannette Winters
Tags: Romance, Contemporary
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Chapter Six
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S he could’ve spent all day with his father, learning about the fine art of winemaking, not that she drank the stuff. What had her attention was the family history lesson that went along with it. Each generation introduced a flavor. Ross’s father produced a sweet blueberry wine, which was by far her favorite. Of course, the multiple samplings put her in a very relaxed mood. A hammock would do just fine right now . Unfortunately the guests were about to arrive, and she needed to be there.
As she turned the corner, she was relieved to find the caterers had taken care of the final setup. Thank God. Not that she was avoiding the work, but she wasn’t sure she could have handled working with Tami alone.
Their friends had gathered near one of the tents. Like her, they had dressed in jeans and T-shirts. Jill was about to join them when she noticed more people arriving, making their way across the vast lawn. Ross must have also noticed and headed to meet them. By their appearance, they had to be on his mother’s list.
Where is she? Not that she was in any hurry to see Tami again, but it was going to happen eventually, and she’d rather it happened before too many people arrived. I spoke too soon. Out of the corner of her eye she saw Tami come around the corner, wearing an entirely new outfit, fancier than the previous one. Oh, this is going to be bad.
Tami looked at Jill briefly then called to Ross. “Roosevelt, the guests are arriving.”
He knows. Why is she yelling to inform him of the obvious? Very strange woman.
Ross made his way to where Jill and his mother stood, followed by the latest arrivals.
“Elizabeth, you look wonderful, and you, Richard, handsome as always. Thank you both for coming. You do remember my son, Roosevelt.”
“Mr. Bates, Mrs. Bates, we appreciate you both coming. Let me introduce you to Jill Aragao. This party wouldn’t be possible without her.”
Aw, so sweet. Jill offered her hand, and unlike his mother, was greeted with a warm smile as their hands met. “We wouldn’t have missed this for anything. My husband and I are avid dog lovers. We had a precious Pomeranian until recently. My poor dear girl, Miss Fluffy, passed away a few months ago.”
Jill felt for her. Loss is never easy. “I’m very sorry.”
“Thank you. When I heard this fundraiser would sponsor dogs, which might otherwise be destroyed, and get them special training to act as therapy animals for the wounded, I told Richard this is what Miss Fluffy would want us to do.” Smiling, she reached in her purse and pulled out a check, handing it to Jill.
Jill literally had to force herself to keep her composure as her eyes read the check: $10,000. At no point had she anticipated the event to start this way. “This is very generous and appreciated. You gift will insure several dogs are given a second chance to prove why they are man and woman’s best friend. We also have several dogs here who currently are in the program, so you get to see firsthand how effective the training is.”
“What? Dogs here? No one said anything about dogs.” His mother obviously didn’t have the same opinion of them as Mrs. Bates. She looked around, searching for them as she asked, “Roosevelt, did you know of this?”
“Yes, mother, I did. As you recall, I am co-hosting this event.” His tone was matter-of-fact.
Mrs. Bates’s face beamed with joy. “How very exciting. I can’t wait to see them. Miss Fluffy would have loved this,” she said to Ross. Turning to his mother she said, “Until then, I believe Richard and I will sample your latest wines. Your husband never disappoints us.”
With that they headed to the tent where their friends still lingered, leaving Ross and Jill alone with his now-fuming mother, muttering under her breath, “Unlike a certain son of mine.” Even though her face was red with anger, Ross seemed to be enjoying every moment. Jill wasn’t about to ruin her wonderful mood
Chapter Six
‡
S he could’ve spent all day with his father, learning about the fine art of winemaking, not that she drank the stuff. What had her attention was the family history lesson that went along with it. Each generation introduced a flavor. Ross’s father produced a sweet blueberry wine, which was by far her favorite. Of course, the multiple samplings put her in a very relaxed mood. A hammock would do just fine right now . Unfortunately the guests were about to arrive, and she needed to be there.
As she turned the corner, she was relieved to find the caterers had taken care of the final setup. Thank God. Not that she was avoiding the work, but she wasn’t sure she could have handled working with Tami alone.
Their friends had gathered near one of the tents. Like her, they had dressed in jeans and T-shirts. Jill was about to join them when she noticed more people arriving, making their way across the vast lawn. Ross must have also noticed and headed to meet them. By their appearance, they had to be on his mother’s list.
Where is she? Not that she was in any hurry to see Tami again, but it was going to happen eventually, and she’d rather it happened before too many people arrived. I spoke too soon. Out of the corner of her eye she saw Tami come around the corner, wearing an entirely new outfit, fancier than the previous one. Oh, this is going to be bad.
Tami looked at Jill briefly then called to Ross. “Roosevelt, the guests are arriving.”
He knows. Why is she yelling to inform him of the obvious? Very strange woman.
Ross made his way to where Jill and his mother stood, followed by the latest arrivals.
“Elizabeth, you look wonderful, and you, Richard, handsome as always. Thank you both for coming. You do remember my son, Roosevelt.”
“Mr. Bates, Mrs. Bates, we appreciate you both coming. Let me introduce you to Jill Aragao. This party wouldn’t be possible without her.”
Aw, so sweet. Jill offered her hand, and unlike his mother, was greeted with a warm smile as their hands met. “We wouldn’t have missed this for anything. My husband and I are avid dog lovers. We had a precious Pomeranian until recently. My poor dear girl, Miss Fluffy, passed away a few months ago.”
Jill felt for her. Loss is never easy. “I’m very sorry.”
“Thank you. When I heard this fundraiser would sponsor dogs, which might otherwise be destroyed, and get them special training to act as therapy animals for the wounded, I told Richard this is what Miss Fluffy would want us to do.” Smiling, she reached in her purse and pulled out a check, handing it to Jill.
Jill literally had to force herself to keep her composure as her eyes read the check: $10,000. At no point had she anticipated the event to start this way. “This is very generous and appreciated. You gift will insure several dogs are given a second chance to prove why they are man and woman’s best friend. We also have several dogs here who currently are in the program, so you get to see firsthand how effective the training is.”
“What? Dogs here? No one said anything about dogs.” His mother obviously didn’t have the same opinion of them as Mrs. Bates. She looked around, searching for them as she asked, “Roosevelt, did you know of this?”
“Yes, mother, I did. As you recall, I am co-hosting this event.” His tone was matter-of-fact.
Mrs. Bates’s face beamed with joy. “How very exciting. I can’t wait to see them. Miss Fluffy would have loved this,” she said to Ross. Turning to his mother she said, “Until then, I believe Richard and I will sample your latest wines. Your husband never disappoints us.”
With that they headed to the tent where their friends still lingered, leaving Ross and Jill alone with his now-fuming mother, muttering under her breath, “Unlike a certain son of mine.” Even though her face was red with anger, Ross seemed to be enjoying every moment. Jill wasn’t about to ruin her wonderful mood
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