CHAPTER FIFTEEN

My mind is racing, so I perch on the edge of the couch and practice deep breathing.

In what ways may I avoid more punishment?

Asked, "What's the deal with you?"

Kerry says as she walks in, "Hello.

I'm speechless from shock. I feel as though someone knocked the breath right out of me.

As in, "Hello, hey, what's up?

While sitting next to me in an attempt to soothe me, she asks again. The question, "Is Lucas okay?" ”

After a few minutes of nodding along, I finally began to understand. The weekend guests, "Kiran and Lucas," are on their way.

Her expression of shock at the news tells me she believes I'm doomed.

To which the question, "What do I do?

" I inquire.

She shrugs, saying, "Nothing." You and Rory are a secret even from me, and Rory is aware that you are married, so I doubt he will say anything. Everything is going to be OK; in fact, they will have a fantastic time here.

What, you don't believe Kiran will pick up on that?

”

If you don't want him to, he won't." The key is to stay out