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Especially since his father’s not around.”
    He nodded, wondering if he’d been pegged as potential father material.
    Paige cleared her throat. “We have a large neighborhood so we’ve decided to pair off and run regular checks on each other’s homes. Derrick assures me that posting a sign announcing our watch program will deter some crimes.”
    A hearty discussion followed, including who worked and who stayed home, how Genie Atkins would watch anyone’s house when she was bedridden, who to call if someone saw something suspicious, and how old Mr. Pirkle could dial the phone on a bad day with his arthritis. Mrs. Spivy silenced the room with her hand. “I’ve already made a list to pair people up.” She stood and handed out the papers. Zeke glanced at his and saw he’d been paired with Paige. He felt as if he’d won a small lottery.
    â€œIn setting this up, I took into account homes with working parents, elderly people at home who might needhelp, the proximity of neighbors.” The leggy brunette beside him had been paired with Derrick. Good.
    â€œI’m the new vet in town,” Zeke announced. “Watchdogs help in deterring break-ins. If anyone wants a dog or pet, let me know and I’ll match you with an appropriate animal.”
    â€œThat’s a great idea,” the woman beside him whispered. “I want one of those little terriers.”
    â€œI’ll see what I can do,” he said, avoiding her come-hither look.
    â€œI own a security consulting business,” Derrick added. “I’ll be happy to install new dead bolts on doors and windows. If anyone wants a security system, we’ll work out a special deal.”
    â€œThat would be wonderful.” Mrs. Spivy pressed her hands to her cheeks and tittered. “We feel so much safer with you around, dear.”
    Zeke ground his teeth. He was going to provide dogs to people and help teach the animals how to pee outside while Derrick installed security systems.
    An hour later, the crowd dispersed and Zeke couldn’t think of a reason to stay any longer, especially when Derrick cornered Paige in a private conversation.
    It was better Paige had a boyfriend, he told himself as he left via the back door. She wanted a career, he wanted a wife and mother for his girls. And Renee had already taught him about the heartbreak involved when you tried to combine the two.
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    â€œI’ D LOVE TO help you find a house for Amelia,” Paige said, grinning at Derrick.
    â€œI thought you might help me choose a bracelet as an engagement gift, too.”
    Paige winced, hoping Amelia wasn’t already bankingon another failed altar attempt, but she smiled and patted Derrick’s arm. “I’d love to, Derrick.”
    Derrick’s smile grew wider. “Great. Now what about you, Paige? Are you interested in anyone?”
    Paige shook her head emphatically, pretending nonchalance as she scanned the room for Zeke. “I’m concentrating on finishing my degree.”
    â€œHow about that guy who moved in next door?” Derrick raised a dark eyebrow. “He was giving you the eye during the meeting.”
    Paige brushed at a piece of lint on her shirt. “You’re imagining things. He wasn’t looking at me any certain way.”
    Derrick’s warm laughter boomed. “Look, Paige. I know that predatory gleam when I see it.”
    Paige rolled her eyes. “He’s a neighbor, that’s all. Besides,” she said, trying to hide her disappointment over Zeke leaving without saying goodbye. “He has kids.”
    Derrick nodded knowingly. “You think it’ll be a repeat of Eric?”
    Paige shrugged. “I can’t take any chances.”
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    Z EKE PAID THE baby-sitter, watched her walk across the street to her house, then grabbed a beer and sank onto the sofa. He flipped on the TV, grimacing when he noticed old reruns of the