Chapter 19 AlexaI avoided Graham’s calls and texts all week, but I couldn’t duck him forever. Graham and I had a meeting on Friday evening to check out a venue recommendation from Taryn for the fundraiser. The event coordinator walked us around the property before leaving to take a call. I stood on the edge of the ballroom, mesmerized by the beautiful expanse of lawn and the glint of the lake beyond it. I made a note to mention the place to Melissa. “This would be a great place to have a wedding. You have the ceremony outside, and then move inside for the reception. Or maybe set up tents and keep everything outside.” “Are you planning a wedding?” Shock took Graham’s voice up nearly an octave. I ran my tongue along the top row of my teeth and pinched my mouth shut to keep from saying

