The low hum of the fridge was the only sound in the office while Roxie tried to gather her thoughts. That was, until Benjamin spoke, his tone sympathetic to the point of irritation.
“That sounds promising. Roxie, I don’t know if you know this, but it’s never a good sign when a man doesn’t want to put a label on what you are doing.”
Roxie narrowed her eyes. “Would you just listen?” She didn’t wait for a response. “So, there is Mitch. He’s Elias’s work colleague, but they are not close,” she quickly stated before Benjamin’s mouth could open. “I first met him while at Elias’ work dinners, and we would talk a little. I ran into him some weeks ago at the store and… well… He’s taken me on a few dates. One of which was to his friend’s book signing, and Lucas, his friend, wants to have coffee
