Cynthiana, beautiful, intelligent, and by all appearances, a spoiled socialite, finds herself as chair of the Inner City Youth League Charity Gala. Her Co-Chair, Roberto Luque, is Major League Baseball’s newest playboy from the Dominican Republic. Far from being in the league of men her parents expect her to choose from, which is just fine with her, since she has sworn off playboys. But, as they work together she discovers his devotion to the inner city children and wonders if there is more to him than his playboy reputation. Will she break her no playboy rule long enough to find out?
Homerun
“Hi, Princesa. I brought the wine and the guest lists as you ordered.”
“I don’t order, I request.” Defensive mode was her method of survival around him. She stepped back and invited him in.
Roberto stood just inside and surveyed her house. She followed his gaze. Lots of windows let in plenty of sunlight. Sheer red curtains over white slatted blinds complemented the also white carpeting and black leather sectional with red throw pillows scattered over it. Why was it so important that he like her home?
With a smile and a shake of his head, Roberto said, “Nice. It suits you. Fiery yet warm. By the way, Jennifer and Raquel won’t be able to make it tonight.” Striding inside, he set the wine bottle on the table next to the wine glasses and the manila folder containing the guest lists on the sofa.
So much for her well-laid plans. “Why not? We have a lot to do tonight. Why didn’t they call me?” She wanted to stomp her foot like a child. Fortunately, she was able to control that urge. Unfortunately, her face felt as hot as stoked fire. Darn, why did she have such pale skin? Was it anger or the thought of being alone with him? Anger, definitely anger.
“Because they called me,” Roberto replied. “Between the two of us, we can get everything done. Not to worry, Princesa, hard work is not hazardous to your health.”