Chapter 20 " I hear you're working at Adams University now ? " Zachary asked casually , skillfully deflecting the curious glances around the tabl Mia perked up . " You're at Adams ? Are you teaching ? " Her enthusiasm was genuine - she'd clearly taken a liking to Sarah's gentle demeanor . " I'm working at the counseling center , " Sarah explained , warmed by the young girl's obvious delight . " Really ? So I could come visit you ? " Mia leaned forward eagerly . Despite having just met , Mia felt drawn to Sarah's warmth , finding an unexpected comfort in her presence . Sarah studied Mia , reminded of a young deer she'd once encountered while hunting - trusting and bright - eyed . 1 " Of course , " she smiled , already fond of this sweet girl . " Then I'm in your debt for looking after my sister . " Zachary's voice was smooth as he added another portion to Sarah's plate . Sarah caught his eye as she glanced at the food he'd served her . His satisfied expression made her feel like she'd walked right into his carefully laid plan . From her seat , Scarlett watched the interaction with barely contained glee . The way Zachary looked at Sarah was telling . Not that she was surprised - her friend was beautiful , kind , and accomplished . Any man would be lucky to have her . Unlike James , who couldn't recognize what he had . As the evening wound down , Zachary noticed Sarah's fatigue and gracefully made their exit , ushering Mia and Steven along . In the car , Mia slouched in her seat , clearly disappointed to leave . " You'll have plenty of chances to see her in the future , " Zachary assured her , smoothing her hair . Plenty of chances ? Mia brightened . " Wait - is she going to be my sister - in - law ? " Zachary's expression was unreadable , his gaze deep , but finally , he responded in a soft voice , " She will be . " In the driver's seat , Steven nearly swerved . Though he'd suspected his boss's interest , hearing it stated so plainly was shocking Was this really the same Zachary Reynolds , notorious for his cold and aloof attitude ? Back at the apartment , Scarlett helped Sarah clean up , unable to contain her curiosity . 1/2 " Seriously , Sarah , he's clearly into you ! How did you meet him ? Some friend you are , keeping this secret ! " she teased . Sarah tied on an apron , massaging her temples . " He just needed my help with something . Don't read too much into it . I'm not looking for a relationship anyway . " Scarlett stopped clearing plates , staring at her friend in horror . " Please tell me you're not still hung up on that scumbag James ? You can't stay single forever ! "