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way about working for Mr. Morgan.Otherwise, if I found out you were miserable just to pay our rent, I don’t know what I would do.”
    â€œI love my job, Mom. Really.” Kirsten gave her a smile and quickly turned her attention to her dinner.
    There was no way she was ever going to tell her mother about all the complications. In fact, looking at her mother so rested and content, Kirsten only became more determined to make her job less complicated.
    She could do it, too. It would take some discipline. She’d have to rid herself of daydreams. But she could do it. Besides, in all probability, Seth would get bored with Montana and go back to New York for long stints. That would make it easier. And who knew. He and Nikki might make up and get married. That’d solve all the complications.
    Heartsick, she began to eat her dinner, unaware of her mother’s scrutinizing looks throughout the entire meal.
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    â€œThere’s the girl Friday right now! And hey, it is Friday!” Rick Conway jumped into Kirsten’s path on the sidewalk.
    After dinner she’d walked downtown from her mother’s place so she could check on a few details before the barbecue tomorrow. James wasone of those dangling little knots. She wanted to have a promise that he wouldn’t act up if he was going to play with the band. But she couldn’t get anywhere now with Rick blocking her path.
    â€œHello, Mr. Conway. I see you’ve been enjoying Mystery’s many authentic saloons.” She wrinkled her nose at the smell of whiskey on his breath.
    â€œThis place is fantastic. There’s a good old cowboy bar on every corner.”
    She smiled. “You don’t have to try them all tonight—just a little tip, being a native here and all.”
    â€œWhy so formal? I know you’re not as cold as you’d like to be. I mean, c’mon, you get all my jokes. How cold can you be?”
    The earnestness on his face made her laugh aloud.
    â€œSee what I mean?” He took a staggering step toward her.
    â€œDid your companions abandon you, Mr. Conway? Would you like me to call Jim to take you back to the ranch?”
    â€œNaw. They’re right behind me. Just having another spat. So what’d you do to that guy? He’s really upset Nikki—I told her she could bunk with me tonight if she’s as lonely as she says she is.”
    â€œI—I—haven’t done anything,” she stammered, his drunken comment catching her off guard.
    â€œHe’s got his radar on you good. So good.” He snorted. “And that damn beautiful Nikki can’t seem to figure out that the other woman’s right under her perfect nose.”
    â€œNo—no really—” Kirsten protested.
    â€œNo—really,” he mimicked, then sobered. “Let me tell you, you seem like a nice woman. Seth’s one cold jerk, and Nikki’s just made for him. Just make sure you don’t get yourself hurt.” Rick leaned forward and whispered, “But if you do, I’m here. I’d love to comfort you, if you know what I mean.”
    She stared at him, unable to form any words. Rick’s brazenness shocked her, terrified her even. She didn’t want to be in a position to have to rebuff one of the boss’s friends. But worst of all, his words about Seth’s radar renewed the hope that she was bent on killing.
    â€œThanks for the advice,” was all she could say before Nikki appeared, alone, sullen and demanding.
    â€œWhat are you doing in town, Kirsten?” the model snipped.
    â€œI had the night off. I thought I’d take care of a few details for the party tomorrow.” Shelifted a manila envelope she held in her hands, stuffed with papers. “So much to do, so little time.”
    â€œWell, we’re heading back. We’ll see you tomorrow.”
    â€œWithout Seth?” Rick squawked, letting the model take him by the arm and lead him