"I'm just trying to figure out what kind of divine blessing you've got going on," Nora teased, her eyes sparkling with mischief. "You’re like some reincarnated Goddess of Wealth—everything you touch turns to gold."

Elaine laughed, not even bothering to feign modesty. "It’s true! I’m under divine favor—blessed by the Bodhisattva! Not only does everything go my way, but anyone who sticks around me prospers too."

"Really? Then I’m hanging onto your ...