“You could say that.”
“My money is on you. If you want her, you’ll win her over and if you don’t, then it’s her loss.”
It soothed his pride until Clover’s laughing face flashed through his mind. It was time to change the subject. He didn’t need to get more depressed. “Have you finished those classes yet? I may have a clerical position opening soon.”
“No. I quit. I had to pick up some extra shifts. My sister is living with me. Parents kicked her out. She’s pregnant.”
“Oh. I’m sorry to hear that.”
Katie shrugged. “I had to let her stay with me. She’s family.”
His family hadn’t felt that way. “When you finish college, let me know. I’ll find an opening for you and I’ll pay you well.” Loyalty and honesty were commodities that were worth every penny.
“Thank you. I really appreciate it. I
