**Annabelle**

Richard sent back a thumbs up texting and I wondered what restaurant he would take me to this time. After the case with Stephanie, he was made a detective so he seems pretty busy these days yet always finds time to take me out on dates. I know what he wants from me I'm not sure I can give it just yet.

I'm focusing on my company and nothing more.

"Right...."

My subconscious teased as I refused to raise my head up. Proving it wrong, I raised my head up as ...