He’d searched every corner of his mind looking for ways to avoid a rendezvous with Chico. In the last twenty years, Slade had come a long way from the ghetto orphanage where he’d grown up,...

Must have a lot of male customers to let her dress like that. Nice view.

She went weak in the knees and could barely walk as she followed him, trembling with fear. Her hopes for a happy future with Jordan came crashing down. Whoever had told Jordan she was free...

Some things you jes’ know Doll, and that’s one I’d bet the farm on.

Mom and dad probably told you I’ve been arrested. I’m innocent. I want you to know that.

I’d never opened up the gas station if it had been someone else, but I know Tucker’s fond of you. It’s a shame you don’t keep in touch with the old man.