”I kind of like spoiling your mom.”

”She is most certainly enjoying it.”

”And you.”

”I appreciate it, but you don’t have to. I only want you.”

”I know, but you do love all my cars.”

”Yes, yes I do.” I laughed. ”But I love you most, Bo Dennis.”

”Good.” She kissed my cheek.

”As for my mom, I may need to watch out. I think you’ve swept her off her feet.”

”I tend to have that effect on the ladies.” Bo winked.

”And my dad too.” I tried to suppress a grin over the fact that my girlfriend could charm the pants off of anyone.

”I tend to have that effect on the gentleman as well,” she replied full of confidence.

”That’s the truth. And I imagine that smooth operator will be in full effect tonight schmoozing for charity?”

”You know it. But I’m not the only smooth one. Care to partake in a challenge?”

Intriguing. I did love a good challenge. ”What did you have in mind?”

”The one who gets the most donations tonight wins. A friendly competition in the name of charity.”

”Rules?”

”Just two. No family and no personal contribution. But you can have Mandy and Charlie.”

”Please Bo, I’m a closer. I don’t need you to spot me a lead.”

She threw her head back and laughed. ”All right fine. You know I love some feisty Lauren.”

”Mhm. Don’t try to distract me. What’s the winner get?”

”It was worth a shot,” she snickered. ”The winner gets absolutely anything they want.”

”You’re on.” We shook on it. ”Look out Ms. Dennis, I have plans for you.”

”Do you’re worst Ms. Lewis. I’ve got plans of my own.” Bo held out her elbow. ”Let’s give away a car and raise a shit load of money.”

I took a hold of her elbow and let her lead me out the door where the limo driver was patiently waiting. This was going to be an interesting evening.

XXX

Bo and I arrived in the first of three limos. There was one for each couple so everyone could enjoy their own moment on the red carpet. My parents were next. I wanted to be close to enjoy this moment with them, especially my mom. Last was Bo’s parents so they could so no one would be hurrying them along. As we came to a stop and the door opened, a blinding flood of flashbulbs went off. Bo had warned me that the media attention would be insane since she had recruited more celebrities, but it was still shocking. She stepped out first, then turned and offered her hand. I was greeted by that stunning Bo smile that I loved so much. I wasn’t too sure how she wanted to handle our walk, but when her arm slipped around my waist and she placed a tender kiss by my ear, I shivered with excitement.