Noah had spent a long time in the world of business. Everything had gone smoothly for him thus far.

He had never been at a disadvantage.

Now, however, it only took Marisol one sentence to stump him. He was upset, but he couldn’t afford to offend the Templetons. Not only did he have to control his temper, but he had to compose himself. “I’m afraid Anderson will have to wait until time itself stops.”

She smiled faintly. “Such confidence! It’s no wonder you have such luck with the ladies. After