Chapter 310

"I'm afraid Leslie doesn't really have the time to stay at your place. She's living at Starcrest Manor now." Broderick pulled Leslie into his arms, low-key possessive, like he was staking his claim loud and clear. The funny part? Leslie didn't even realize it. In fact, she actually looked pretty darn happy to see Broderick. "Ricky, you're here! This is Olivia-you've met her already. And this is her brother, George. George, this is my husband, Broderick." When she said "my husband," her cheeks flushed slightly, and that usual spoiled air of hers was replaced with a sweet-girl-next-door vibe. Something about it just made her even more endearing. Broderick glanced at her with eyes full of gentle affection he didn't even notice himself showing. Then he turned to George and nodded politely, his tone cool. "Broderick. Nice to meet you, George." George held out his hand to shake, his eyes sizing Broderick up. The two men shared a firm handshake-short and silent, but clearly not without subtle