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Amme’s attention.
    “Yes,” Marcus said. “I’m not sure what to do next.”
    “You’re keeping her.” Max glanced at the child and lowered his voice. “Are you sure she’s yours?”
    “I’ll have a DNA test done, but I’m fairly certain,” Marcus said in his husky voice.
    Amme continued to listen to the huddled conversation while Ry entertained the two children. Luke was brave and confident and full of childish swagger. The little girl looked as if she’d been crying, and Amme went to her, drawn by her diffident manner and the core of sorrow she wasn’t old enough to hide.
    She crouched beside the child. “Hello.”
    The girl looked at her with her big brown eyes, reticent in her response.
    Amme didn’t mind. Over the years she’d tended many children. She knew about patience. She smiled. “Would you like a biscuit?”
    “Yes, please.” She glanced at her father and leaned closer to whisper. “You talk funny.”
    Amme burst out laughing. “I’m not from around here.”
    “Me neither.”
    “What is your name?” Amme spoke carefully to make sure she used the correct words and gave them the right weight.
    “Autumn Polo,” the child said.
    “I am Amme.” Amme held out her hand and Autumn wrapped her fingers around hers. Luke took her other hand, and Amme escorted them over to Camryn who handed them a piece of chocolate chip shortbread each.
    “Over here, Luke,” Ellen said, her tone sharp and holding a trace of uneasiness.
    Oh dear. “I’m sorry,” Amme said. “I should ask first.”
    Max frowned at his wife. “It’s fine.”
    “Ellen makes the best shortbread,” Camryn said. “She’s a first-class cook.”
    “What do you think, Autumn? Does it taste good?” Amme asked.
    The little girl nodded.
    “You’re good with her,” Marcus said, coming to stand beside her. “She hasn’t said much to me at all. Are you used to children?”
    “Yes, I’ve looked after several children. Childcare is my job.” His voice did things to her—strummed her nerve endings and her tronic receptors, transmitted messages at ultra-speed through her hidden enhancements. She dragged in a quick breath and his scent filled her senses. He smelled enticing.
    “I don’t suppose you’d be interested in helping out with Autumn? Children are a mystery to me, and I could do with some help. I’d pay you well.”
    “She’s not a suitable—” Ellen said.
    Amme cut her off. “I’d love too, but I’m only here for the holiday period.”
    “This isn’t a good idea.” Ellen raised her chin in defiance.
    “Camryn,” Max said. “What do you think?”
    “Amme has lots of experience with children, but this is up to her. She’s here on holiday. We were going to the beach and shopping,” Camryn said.
    “I’ll pay extra,” Marcus said quickly. “I’m desperate, and I live at the next door property, so Amme won’t be far away.”
    “I’ll do it,” Amme said and winked at Camryn.
    “But you should check on references,” Ellen said.
    “Ellen.” Max’s voice held a warning.
    “I’m desperate,” Marcus said, and his charming grin and beseeching gaze continued to work their magic on Amme. “I need help.”
    This man was fling material. “I’ll help,” Amme said, her English coming more easily. “No problem.”
    M arcus liked the tall woman’s confidence. He liked her easy smile and her manner with Autumn. Used to thinking on his feet and making decisive decisions, he had a good feeling about Amme Vanak. Of course, it didn’t hurt she was a pretty woman with long black hair and eyes the color of his favorite Scottish whisky. An attractive package, yet she wasn’t flirting with him or trading on her looks. That made him decide to employ her despite Ellen’s caution.
    “Can you come with me now?” he asked.
    Amme glanced at Camryn and Ry then turned back to him with a nod. “Yes.”
    “Thank you.” Talk about lucking out.
    “We’ll deliver your bag for you,” Camryn said.
    Marcus