Just Say the Word - Tiffany Patterson

Sandra

Ten years ago I became pregnant.

When I refused to get rid of my baby my grandmother kicked me out. It didn't matter that I was eighteen and had nowhere to go.

I managed to carve a life out for my daughter and me.

What I once thought was the worst thing to happen to me became the love of my life.

Of course, raising a daughter with a deadly illness, as a single parent isn't easy, but Monique makes it worth it.

There are times, though, I long for the fairy-tale romance every once in a while.

But I learned from Monique's father that those you trust the deepest can hurt you the most.

Damon

I've had enough of rescuing the women in my life.

When my father died and left me as the head of the household, I took on my responsibilities like a man.

I became a successful businessman.

Even if I didn't always take the legal route to get here.

But when I come across Sandra at my best friend's wedding, something about the innocence in her eyes calls to me.