Chapter 64

I stared at him. "You’d have been ashamed in front of your parents because I would jump you on top of the table."

"At least my parents would get a show with their dinner," he joked.

We were both laughing when John returned. He let us know that Nicholas’ parents were already seated.

I smoothed down my clothes and hair as much as possible without a mirror. I took Nicholas’ hand as we strolled inside and were led to our tables. Our tryst in the car almost made me forget the reason why we were meeting his parents.

But as I neared the private room, it shot back to the front of my mind. Baby Rowe was about to be announced.

Jefferson stood up when we got there, distinguished as always, waiting for me to be seated before sitting back down himself. Brief nods were exchanged between him and Nicholas, while Clara greeted us both warmly with smiles and hellos. The difference in reception was evident.

I wanted to blurt out the news as soon as we sat down, but I kept my excitement at bay until Ni