Chapter 371

Broderick sat with Leslie in a quiet corner. It felt like the perfect time to finally get a read on what was going on in Leslie's head. He felt a bit guilty-okay, maybe more than a bit. But he just couldn't help himself. He wanted to know what she was thinking. No, needed to. The truth was, he cared more and more about her. "Leslie, I'm right here. I never left. Who are Clover and Ruby? Why couldn't you find me? Just tell me, alright?" His voice had a gentle coaxing tone, intimate and warm. But Leslie suddenly raised a finger to his lips and softly "shh"ed him. "Ricky, are you trying to trick me into talking? I'm not that dumb, okay? If you wanna know something, just ask. I'll tell you everything! Pinky swear." And with a grin, she lowered her head and kissed him. The kiss was all over the place-disorganized and a little rushed-and it left Broderick completely dazed. Well, clearly he wasn't getting any answers tonight. Time to head home. He arranged for Olivia, Juliet, Grace, and Harol