Page 7 of Like You Love Me
“Good. So, we have a NASCAR driver, twin attorneys, a cowboy, military, a chemist, a fireman, radio personality—”
“And don’t forget Trace Commons,” Debra said.
Bianca grinned. Yes, he was their high-dollar ticket. He played NBA basketball with Debra’s husband, Rance.
Danica whistled softly and said, “I think we are going to raise more money for the cause this year than the town has in the past.”
They all agreed.
The Beaudacious Bachelors was an annual charity auction thatRomellahad started. Sheyna had hosted so many bachelorette events thatRomelladecided it was time for the men to help raise money for Sheraton Beach. Bianca looked at her sister-in-law, who always did things to give back to the community. How could anyone even think about hurting her? Bianca blinked rapidly and pushed the thought away as she reminded herself Troy was behind bars.
“Why is the event being hosted at the community center this year?” Debra asked, drawing her attention. Sheyna was quick to respond.
“The city asked to host it at our hotel again, but the thought of all those gorgeous men parading around the Beaumont Hotel might have been more than our guests could handle two years in a row.” Instead, this year the ballroom was being used to host a formal black-tie Valentine’s Day event that her mother hosted with her socialite friends for one of their many causes. Bianca groaned at the thought. Jessica Beaumont had been calling all week, and she had yet to return her mother’s phone calls. If it weren’t for the weather, she would have been knocking at her door. Luckily for Bianca, Jessica didn’t drive in the snow.
Sheyna brought everyone up to speed. “The radio is announcing the event twice a day. We are also selling tickets at most of the shops around town.”
“Tickets are also on sale at several locations in Wilmington,” Brenna added.
“And in Philadelphia,” Debra said, then laughed as she glanced around the room. “This is going to be huge this year.”
“I know. And the men are all so fine.” Brenna started fanning herself.
“If only planning a family reunion was this easy,” Sheyna said with a rude snort.
Bianca nodded. “Exactly. Did you know Uncle Richard came by the hospital to see me?”
Sheyna nodded. “He came to see me too.”
Bianca shook her head. “I asked about him and Father.”
She frowned. “And what did he say?”
“He said, ‘Roger knows,’” Bianca repeated with a roll of her eyes.
The women each shook their head.” I wish I knew what was going on between those two,” Debra said. “Rance doesn’t even know.”
“Sage and Sedona can’t get an answer either.” Sheyna blew out a breath. “They are so stubborn.”
“I agree,” Danica said, followed by soft laughter.
“No worries. I have already reserved two luxurious homes on the outer banks for next summer. We are finally going to get our answers.”
Debra flashed a smile. “All of us together, it’s going to be fun. I can’t wait.”
Danica rose gracefully and headed toward the kitchen. “I’m going to get drinks.”
“I’ll help.” Brenna followed her.
Bianca waited until she was alone with Sheyna and Debra before she leaned forward and whispered, “Collin called me again.”
Sheyna frowned. “What did he say?”
“The same. Collin wants Sierra to know the truth.”
Debra blew out a breath. “That bastard.”
“What did you tell him?” Sheyna asked.