Cameron, Paige - The Billionaire Cowboy Takes a Wife (Siren Publishing Everlasting Classic) Read Online Free Page A

breakfast.”
    With those words, he disappeared into his office, followed by Oliver. While Mrs. Haverty went for her coffee, Samantha speed-dialed Janice at her office.
    “The law offices of Black, Simmons, and Dedrick,” the receptionist announced.
    “May I speak to Ms. Dedrick?”
    “One minute please.”
    “Janice Dedrick, may I help you?”
    “Yes, help me.”
    “Ah, I know that voice. You’re in town?”
    “Waiting for Jackson . He’s meeting with one of his associates. Did you know he owns this building?”
    Janice chuckled. “He owns a lot more than that building. I’ve always been surprised how you’ve never inquired about any of his concerns but the ranch.”
    “And you didn’t tell me.”
    “You didn’t seem interested and didn’t ask.”
    “Can we get together for lunch?”
    “I thought you were picking out an engagement ring?”
    “We are sometime today. I don’t intend to sit around too long waiting for him to remember me.”
    “Check with Jackson . If you’re free, how about meeting at our favorite Italian place?”
    “Great. Unless I call back, plan on seeing me at noon.”
    “It’s a date.” Janice hung up just as Jackson came striding through his door.
    “This is going to take longer than I’d thought. I’ve called my housekeeper, Anna Murphy. She’ll be waiting for you at my townhouse. My chauffeur will drive you there.”
    “Whoa. Housekeeper and chauffeur? What’s wrong with me taking a taxi?”
    “Why?” Jackson gave her a puzzled look.
    “Because I’m not used to all of this.” She spread her hands to encompass the lovely room. “I’m a plain cowgirl, remember?”
    He ignored her comment. “I have one more surprise. You have an appointment at the spa, downstairs from my condo apartment, to have a massage and facial in an hour.”
    “I’m meeting Janice for lunch at twelve.”
    Jackson raised an eyebrow, but the arrival of his secretary stopped him from whatever he planned to say. Mrs. Haverty had a tray with coffee, juice, and toast.
    “Thanks, Mrs. Haverty. See that she eats and then have the car brought around front for her.” He turned back to Samantha. “We’re going to a fancy party tonight. If you didn’t bring a gown with you, go shopping and put it on my card.” He went to hand her his credit card.
    Samantha backed away. “We aren’t married yet. I can buy my own clothes.” She found herself frowning at his back and listening to his laugh as he strode quickly into his office and closed the door.
    The coffee and food did make her feel more like herself. Mrs. Haverty very efficiently had her in the car and headed to Jackson ’s townhouse in no time. The car slowed and parked in front of another impressive, tall building. The front double doors had elaborate etching on the glass panels. Her chauffeur opened the car door, and she stepped out. Glancing at her watch, she saw it had only taken fifteen minutes to get here.
    The doorman greeted her by name and opened the doors to the lobby. Mrs. Haverty must have called ahead. Samantha’s head spun with all this attention. She’d never suspected Jackson had such prominence in the business world. She had always been single-minded concerning ranching and living in the country. Even if she did begin to have feelings for Jackson , she doubted she’d ever get used to or like living in the city.
    Large vases of mixed flowers and some of orchids were scattered around the palatial lobby, sending a sweet fragrance into the air. The doorman directed her to a separate elevator.
    “This one goes straight to the penthouse. Mrs. Murphy is expecting you.”
    “Thank you...” She glanced at his name tag. “Harold.”
    She stepped into the mirrored elevator, and it shot smoothly to the top, leaving her stomach behind. She really didn’t like all these high buildings. The doors slid open to a large foyer. Highly polished dark wood covered the walls. Another vase filled with long-stemmed red roses sat on a small