Scandalous by Donna Hill

Author:Donna Hill
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub
Publisher: Kimani Press
Published: 2010-07-31T22:00:00+00:00

The car was waiting at the airport, just as promised. Simone was whisked from the airport and into Richmond in no time. Her pulse quickened as they approached their destination. She desperately wanted to make a good impression. She’d had her nails done, purchased a new suit, and had her shoulder-length hair professionally styled for the first time in years.

“Here we are,” the driver said, pulling up in front of the Chaney Building. He came around and opened the door.

Simone stepped out into the warm afternoon breeze and took a deep, calming breath. She took her briefcase and purse from the car and smoothed her pale peach linen suit. “Thank you. Will you wait, or should I take up my bags?”

“My instructions were for me to wait until your interview was concluded and then to take you to your hotel.”

Simone swallowed. This was the life, she thought wistfully. “Well, I guess we’ll see each other shortly,” she smiled. She walked through the revolving doors.

Simone stepped off the elevator and walked toward the office. Barbara looked up and was pleased by the young woman who stood before her.

“Good afternoon. I’m Simone Rivers. I have an appointment with Mr. Montgomery.”

Barbara stood up and extended her hand. “Ms. Rivers. It’s a pleasure to finally meet you. I’m Barbara Crenshaw. We spoke on the phone.”

“Oh, yes.” Simone beamed, shaking Barbara’s hand. “It’s good to finally meet you.”

Both Simone and Barbara turned in the direction of the opening hallway door. Instantly Simone knew that the lean, unquestionably handsome man was the image behind the voice.

Chad nearly halted in mid-step when his eyes locked with her shimmering brown ones. If this was Simone, then truly there was a heaven. He strode purposefully across the room, taking rapid-fire pictures of Simone in his mind’s eye. She was taller than he’d envisioned. Her hair was longer. Her complexion richer, her figure curvier. She exceeded each and every one of his expectations. Jackpot!

“Good afternoon, ladies.” His greeting included both women, but his gaze was on Simone. “You must be Ms. Rivers.” He extended his hand and she slipped hers into his firm grasp.

“And you’re Chad Rushmore,” she said softly in return. “I’d know that voice anywhere.” Her smile radiated the warmth she felt inside as she appraised him openly, gently unnerving him.

“I’m glad to see that you arrived safely.”

“Thank you, Mr. Rushmore. Mr. Montgomery seemed to have taken care of everything.”

“Call me Rush. All my friends do.”

“I’d like that…Rush.”

Barbara watched the exchange with wry amusement. She loudly cleared her throat, successfully disconnecting the electric charge in the air. “Chad, why don’t you show Ms. Rivers around? Mr. Montgomery isn’t expected for about an hour.”

Chad tore his gaze away from Simone’s face and slowly digested what was being said.

“No problem.” He turned back toward Simone. “Are you ready?”

“Sure. Lead the way.” She smiled and Chad could have sworn that his heart stopped.

“Maybe after the tour we could have lunch. If you’re hungry, that is.” Chad suggested.

“That sounds wonderful. The food on the plane left a lot to be desired.

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