I could?—
I turn when I hear voices interrupting my thoughts.
Alex and Ariel are walking toward me, hand in hand.
They’re obnoxiously perfect for each other. It’s kind of disgusting.
But maybe it’s time to try out new Misty.
I wave. “Hey, you two. How are the lovebirds?”
Ariel flashes her adorable smile. Just days ago, I was mocking her behind her back, amused by her wide-eyed innocence, her sugar-sweet drawl.
“We’re looking for the perfect place for our wedding tomorrow,” she says, “and I think we’ve found it. Don’t you agree, Alex?”
“Whatever you want, baby.” Alex cups Ariel’s cheek.
God, I want to puke.
But I force a smile instead. Like my shrink used to say, “Fake it until you make it.”
“What can I do to help?” I ask.
Ariel’s eyes go wide.
Hell, I can’t blame her. I’ve hardly said two words to her since we all got here.
“Not a thing,” Alex answers. “Evangeline’s got it all under control, and?—”
“Alex!” a voice yells.
We all turn to see Sebastian running toward us.
“What?” Alex asks.
“Fuck, bro. You’re not going to believe it. It’s the best fucking news.” He wipes at his forehead.
“What?” Alex asks again. “Seb, you don’t look like yourself.”
“It’s Jake,” Sebastian says, his breath coming in rapid puffs. “God, you’re not going to believe it.”
“What?” From Alex for the third time. “What the hell are you talking about?”
“He’s alive,” Sebastian says. “And he’s here.”
EPISODE 198
DON’T GO BREAKING MY HEART
Emily
“He couldn’t get away quickly enough,” I say dryly after downing the rest of my drink.
Darby and Heather have joined Sienna, June, and me at the bar.
God, Sebastian…
What have I done?
