The Law And Lady Justice. Ana Leigh

to the soothing sounds of a New Age CD recording of falling water and gentle winds.

      She still felt lousy.

      She jumped at a sudden pounding on the door. Since her building was secure, unauthorized people could not enter unless cleared and admitted by the doorman. Perhaps her father had gotten her message and come over instead of calling as she’d asked. Jessica hurried over and opened the door.

      The sight of Doug McGuire lifted her depression. Why fight fate? With a resigned smile, she threw caution to the wind.

      “What kept you?” she asked.