Mitch was the first to reach her, flashing that charming, confident smile. “Hey, sweetheart.” His eyes swept her outfit of a soft blouse and fitted pants. It lingered a little longer than appropriate before he said, “You look gorgeous.”
The compliment went straight to Roxie’s core and made her warm all over. But before she could respond, Tyler stepped forward and handed her a bottle she hadn’t realized he was holding until then. “Hey, Roxie, I brought water. You look warm.” His tone was gentle, earnest, the kind that made her knees wobbly.
“Uhm… thanks?” she managed. Roxie did feel warm, but not from the temperature in the room, but rather from all the attention she was getting. Because, of course, the others wouldn’t be left out.
Lucas was in her space next, clearing his throat, his ch
