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“Hey there,” she said, trying to free herself from his clutches.
    He released her and scanned her from head to toe. “You look good, Girl!” He grinned.
    â€œAnd you’re not looking too bad yourself.” She had to admit that Sage was GQ handsome and could have easily graced the pages of the glossy magazine.
    â€œFlattery will get you everywhere.” He winked.
    â€œSir, your table is ready,” the hostess interrupted, and escorted them into the well-appointed dining room to their choice table near the back.
    Within seconds, a server appeared and asked for their pre-dinner cocktail preference.
    â€œWe’ll have a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Grand Dame,” Sage told him.
    â€œChampagne?” Terra asked once the waiter disappeared. “What’s the occasion?”
    â€œAnytime I get to have dinner with you is a special occasion,” he gushed like a schoolboy. “Plus, I haven’t seen you since your graduation, so this is a celebration,” he said, searching for a reason to wine and dine her.
    Terra knew that it was just an excuse, but she played along anyway. “That’s so sweet of you, Sage. I couldn’t ask for a better play brother,” she said, jabbing him in the arm. “And thanks again for the Mikimotos”—she touched her neck—“they’re beautiful.”
    Sage cringed slightly. The last thing he wanted to be was her “play brother,” or any other brother. He wanted to be her man, and somehow he had to convince her that they were made for each other. “No problem, I’m glad you like them. I hope you’re hungry. They have a wonderful tasting menu that I think you’ll enjoy,” he said, ignoring her brotherly comment.
    The last thing Terra wanted was the tasting menu; it was at least six courses and would take longer than an hour and a half. If it were her choice, she would have ordered an entrée sans appetizer, so she could be on her merry way. “Sounds good,” she lied.
    The waiter came back with a chilled bottle of champagne and two crystal flutes. After pouring, he began his spiel. “Tonight’s tasting menu is divine. We start off with Chesapeake Bay Crab Cake drizzled with Almond Oil, followed by a Wild Mushroom Risotto sautéed with Foie Gras. And for entrées, we have Grilled White Tuna with Watercress Coulis and Loin of Lamb with Fresh Mint, and an assortment of Artisanal Cheeses will be served before dessert. We also have a tasting of New and Old World wines to complement the meal.”
    Terra had to admit that the food did sound delectable, so she would just bite the bullet and enjoy each course.
    â€œSo what are your big plans now that you’ve graduated?” Sage asked, once he had ordered for them both.
    â€œWell, I plan to make good use of my theater degree. I’ve already found an agent and have been out on go-sees.”
    Sage looked surprised. “I didn’t know you majored in theater. I just assumed you were a business major and would join your father at his company.”
    â€œYou mean like you did?” she said condescendingly.
    â€œDon’t make it sound like a bad thing. I actually enjoy working in the family business.”
    â€œWhat’s there to enjoy? Your grandfather and father laid all the groundwork, so what’s there for you to do except follow in their footsteps and collect a check?”
    â€œThat would be true if I were the type to sit back and take credit for their accomplishments, but I’m not. As a matter of fact, I just bought a movie studio and am starting Hirschfield Multimedia, a subsidiary of Hirschfield Publishing. So you see, my dear, there’s quite a bit for me to enjoy,” he said, setting the record straight.
    At the mention of “movie studio,” Terra instantly perked up. She hated going on those cattle calls, grouped with all the other wannabe actresses. “Wow, that’s