Mitch stared at Karla, fighting the urge to snatch her into his arms and squeeze the hell out of her. It was in her nature to see the negative and think the worst of everything and everyone. It was maddening at times.
“So, let's see who wins, shall we? What do you have to lose?" To be honest, she had nothing to lose and he knew it. Even if she failed, even if they failed, she was already so set on not being in a relationship that it would be him who was left with a broken heart. She didn't seem to be the type to invest herself too much into anything. Oh, she pretended, of course. It was part of the game after all. But it wasn't real. She always played a part, a role for others, while doing her best to rake in the proceeds of the box. He knew he had his work cut out for him, but he was det
