Maggie considered how to make a quick and graceful exit. Now that Caroline has told Victor her news, I’m sure they’re going to want me to leave so they can savor it in private. Shall I slip away? They probably won’t even notice.
She shook her head. I’ll wait and say goodbye. After that huge emotional storm, she’s going to need a lot of reassurance. Of course Victor will give it to her, but I know she’ll want her friends’ endorsement too. She glanced at the couple.
Victor held Caroline close, his hand circling on her back. Her head rested on his chest.
It struck Maggie how good they looked together. I never really cared for Caroline’s old boyfriend. For one thing, William’s towering height doesn’t suit her one bit. Victor’s solid 5’7, on the other hand, seems perfect. Caroline looked sma
