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Jana pulled Stone aside.
He took one look at her and could tell she had something to say. It was just her way.
“Already?” she said as she crossed her arms.
“Already what?”
“You’ve known her for what, two days? I see how you look at her.”
“Baker,” Stone said, “what are you talking about?”
“It’s not like you and I are still dating. It’s okay.”
“You think I’m interested in Talia?”
“It’s so obvious,” Jana replied. “I can see why. She’s beautiful. The long hair, and just your body type.”
“Back up for just a minute there. I mean, sure, she’s attractive, but I’m not—”
“We dated for a year, John. I know you. I know you through and through. It’s me your talking to.”
Stone studied Jana’s face then turned to look across the room at Talia. “I don’t know what you’re t
