Briar hurried into the cozy coffee shop, breathless from rushing, and spotted Sarah Tate waving from a corner table.
"I thought you were going to stand me up," Sarah teased, arching a brow as Briar slid into the seat across from her. "Rough night?"
"Couldn't sleep," Briar admitted, stifling a yawn as she flagged down the waitress. "Coffee and a cherry Danish, please."
Sarah leaned forward, her eyes sparkling. "I have great news. Jack's divorce is finally official. No more sneaking around!"
Briar smiled warmly. "That's wonderful." She felt especially close to Sarah, who'd been secretly involved with Jack Wilkes from Accounting for a while. Briar had accidentally discovered their affair weeks ago when she walked in on them in Jack's office.
"So," she asked lightly, "what's the first thi
