Chapter 16

"Lucas is here. Come on, have a seat! There's a new dancer tonight. The owner says she's incredible!" Jasper scooted over as he spoke, making room for Lucas. As Jasper poured the wine, he asked, "Where's Enzo? Is he not coming?" "He said his wife's pregnant and needs him at home," Brett replied. Lucas drifted off for a second, trying to remember if Miranda had morning sickness when she was pregnant with Jake. He honestly couldn't recall. Jasper rolled his eyes. "Marriage is a pain. We can never get the whole gang together anymore." Gary chimed in, "Honestly, Lucas, you've got it good. You married someone who takes care of everything, and you still get to live like you're single. Besides, you've got a great son." Everyone in the booth started laughing and joking around. "That's what I want someday." "Not a chance. Miranda had a crush on Lucas for years." "Hey, I heard that Mr. Sunders..." "Drop it," Lucas cut them off impatiently. He took a drag from his cigarette and sneered.