#Chapter 16 - The Plan

Evie I was trembling. While it was emotionally exhausting, Timothy was meant to be my dark secret. I don’t consider myself an open book, and it wasn’t like most people were compelled to ask me about my personal life. I considered that a fortunate consequence of keeping to myself and focusing on my work. Lucas was far too perceptive, and I’d dare say that he cared too much. I looked over at Aria, who was drunkenly swaying in her seat as the love song came to a close. I took that opportunity to scoot closer to Lucas and whisper in his ear. “I need you to act like my boyfriend,” I said quickly. I snuck a glance back at Timothy, who was attempting to step away from the woman at the counter. “Huh?” Lucas jerked away, raising an eyebrow. “Why?” “That guy over there, my client...” I nodded at Timothy, who was still by the bar, “I’ve been stuck with him ever since we started his case. It wouldn’t be so bad if he wasn’t trying so hard to get close to me. I’m not interested in intimac