“Glad you feel that way. Actually, I think it’s best for the stables.”
Midge thought a moment, finally blurting out, “She was fired, wasn’t she?”
“What?”
“Amanda.”
“No, not exactly. But why would you ask?”
“Makes me wonder if anyone else’s job is on the line,” she said innocently.
“You’re worried?”
“Should I be?”
“Humm, you might.”
“Really. You’d fire me?”
“Let’s just say I’m keeping an eye on you. That scene with Cissy certainly didn’t do you any good.”
“Even if it was Cissy’s fault.”
“Nobody can confirm that fact but you. As far as Jake and I are concerned, you’re both at fault.”
“I see.”
“I’d suggest that you mind your manners, Midge.”
Humm, the dictatorial sound of his voice caused her tummy to spasm excitedly.
“Yes, sir,” she snapped sweetly.
“I mean it?” he said as h
