The Fake Fiancée. Megan Kelly

put two fingers to his mouth and whistled. Lisa’s eyes fixed on his mother.

      “Thank you,” his mom said to the crowd. “As Lainey noted, it’s been an exciting evening. We’ll present the awards in a moment, but first I want to thank the people responsible for this success tonight. I especially want to thank Lainey Perkins and her committee for putting together a gala event.”

      Joe split his attention between Lisa and his mother as the committee members were named and the attendees clapped politely. Lisa had turned waxier than the gardenias.

      “I’m so glad Lainey and her crew acquired the services of Goodies to Go. Lisa Meyer, the owner, outdid herself with those wonderful creations.” His mom gestured toward Lisa.