Chapter 283

“It seems that you’ve been keeping secrets from us,” began Steve. “Clyde just told me that you’re the new executive director of ‘The Lady in Red Productions.’ You neglected to mention that little fact to the rest of us.”

“Are you upset with me? I didn’t make up my mind until last night. That’s when I called Clyde and told him that I’d accept the position. Do you think I’m capable of handling it? I’m pretty worried about the responsibility. I wanted to make the decision without leaning on you and Gwen for support. Ted and I discussed it for a week before he convinced me to accept it. I guess you would’ve preferred that I strip down and jump into a hot tub with you, and then ask your opinion?”

Steve looked into Paula’s eyes to judge her mood before he responded. “You don’t need a reason to jump naked into a hot tub with me, but it’s true that I can’t think of a better way to find out. You know that I’d never toss you out for eating crackers in the tub. Do I dare ask where