Chapter 139

Claire's POV Two days without seeing Lucas and I was already going through withdrawal. Those chubby cheeks, that toothy grin—I couldn't get him out of my head. But what excuse could I possibly have to see him again? Thank goodness Joey was visiting from Westfield City today. We met at a cozy Italian place near my company, and her familiar face was exactly what I needed. "Good news!" Joey announced, waving her fork excitedly. "Watson Group is opening their new branch headquarters right across from your company!" I nearly choked on my pasta. "What? Here in Crescent City?" "Yep! That's why I'm in town. They're transferring staff from headquarters, and I might be one of them." My mind immediately went to Lucius. So that explained his frequent appearances in Crescent City lately. Great. Just what I needed. Having to see my ex-husband's building every day from my office window. "That's... something," I managed, trying to sound indifferent. "Hey, look on the bright side! If I get transferred,