Chapter 20John cleared his throat for the last time before heading towards Leah's room. He hoped not to sound as desperate as he felt. Just being in the same room with her was his undoing. He closely resembled a fresh-faced schoolboy where she was concerned. It was a good thing Leah was the only person that could wreak havoc on his nerves. Otherwise, he'd be a pauper living in shambles.
John knocked softly hoping Leah hadn't retired for the night. She opened the door and looked at him with misty eyes.
He forced the words from his mouth and said, “Leah, I'm going to Charleston to see about expanding McClellan Shipping there. Do you want to come with me?”
God, please don't let her make a laughing stock out of me, he thought.
Leah couldn't believe her ears and didn't really care if she se
