Faux Vows, True Desires

Chapter 508

Keith tugged his cousin away from the lovey-dovey couple, trying to distance himself from the scene of domestic bliss. The sight stirred envy, jealousy, and longing within him, emotions he couldn't quite shake off whenever he spent too much time around his sister and brother-in-law. Despite these feelings, Keith wasn't about to lower his standards for the right woman. So far, no one seemed to fit the bill.

Suddenly, the thought of the mysterious masked woman flashed through his mind, causing his heart to skip a beat. No way! Was he really getting more intrigued by her day by day? Now that he was back in Skywatch, his chances to run into Darlene and find evidence to unmask her were slim. He needed a plan to lure the masked woman back to Skywatch to find him.

Keith's dark eyes glinted with a sudden idea. Snapping back to reality, he noticed his cousin, Hayes, watching him with amused interest. "What's up?" Keith asked. Hayes chuckled. "I was about to ask you the same thing. You look like you're plotting something. Who's the unlucky target this time?" Keith rolled his eyes. "Come on, you can't read me that easily."

"If you say so," Hayes replied, knowingly. "But we grew up together, remember? I know you better than you think." Keith shrugged it off. "I've got things to handle. You go chat with your aunt." With that, Keith left, leaving Hayes chuckling to himself. He knew his cousin too well to be fooled by his nonchalant act.

world quieted down. Stefan emerged from the bathroom, freshly showered, to find his wife, Lucinda, in various positions around the room-sitting, lying on the bed, pacing all while on the phone. "Lucy," Stefan called gently, approaching her. "Who are you having

not done?" Stefan teased. Lucinda gave him an apologetic smile. "I talked to my grandparents and parents, so it's taking a while." "Keep going, keep going. Is

have a group chat on WhatsApp? Just use that instead," Stefan suggested. "Oh, right," Lucinda nodded, then

Tiffany too well. You wouldn't miss a chance to form a group for easy plotting. Cecilia's your best friend, and Darlene's the sister-in-law you're rooting for, so naturally, you'd include them." Lucinda protested weakly, "We weren't plotting anything bad, just broadening our horizons. You know, for my writing. Sometimes I get writer's block, and I need to go out and find

with a knowing smile. Lucinda pouted, leaning into his embrace, arms around his neck. "Don't hold grudges, hun. I didn't even do much. Just one visit to Neon Nectar Nightclub, and you're still bringing it up." "Unlike some guys who frequent places like

been to Mr. Coleman's," Stefan interjected, feigning indignation. "I know, I know. You're the best-honorable and true. Except for Ruby Scott, no woman can get close to you. You're the best husband in the world, and my love for you is like

Stefan asked, changing the subject after a stolen kiss. "The families are discussing wedding dates. Those two

think she's spot on. Owen: ... "We'll have to attend their wedding, whenever it is," Stefan said warmly. "When two people are in love, things move quickly. They've been married before; this is just a reunion" Lucinda looked at him thoughtfully "Good thing you