Newlyweds Of Convenience
'This year has seen record sales of Valentine's Day cards, while florists report that red roses are still the most popular choice for—'
Mallory reached quickly for the remote control and pointed it at the television to switch off the tail-end of the news. She didn't want to be reminded about Valentine's Day. This time last year Steve had surprised her with a trip to Paris. He had given her a diamond pendant and talked about when they would be married. It had been the happiest day of her life.
Instinctively, she lifted a hand to finger the tiny diamond that nestled at the base of her throat. She wore it still, in spite of everything.
At her feet, Charlie lifted his head from his paws, suddenly alert, and the next moment she heard the sound of a key in the front door.
Her husband was home.
Mallory dropped her hand abruptly.
Charlie was already on his feet, tail wagging.
He trotted over to the door of the sitting room, whining and sniffing with anticipation, and would have started scratching at it if Mallory hadn't gone to open it for him. She knew he wouldn't settle until he had welcomed Torr home. He was a dog with a mind of his own.
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