Chapter 15

He observed her watery eyes and dilated pupils as she raised her head to face him. In answer, he scowled, fearing that she was inebriated once more. "Long story," she began, "but I'm on my way to break up a wedding and steal the groom." He scowled, "Is this the jackass that dumped you?" He was forced to do it. How could a lady of her intelligence and beauty be content to settle for a jerk like her ex? She bowed. This weekend, Nathan is getting married, and I plan to stop it. He stopped as soon as he understood what she was saying. Nathan was tying the knot. It's impossible, right? "Nathan?" He queried. He was asked, "What's his last name?" She said, "Greg," with a silly grin, "Nathan Greg." As the waitress delivered him his drink, he fought back a moan. He said, "How many has she had?" "That's her third," the waitress said. He gave a firm nod. "No more for her," he commanded. But please, could you fetch her a glass of water? He gave the waitress a nod, and she followed his instructions