Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem

Chapter 168

Elysia frowned

1 didn’t know him before I’ve only met him recently: his name is Tarin. But I’m not looking for him–I need to find Tarquin,”

Keaton was silent for a moment

Tann, huh

Bold of him to claim, and of her to believe

Clearly. Tarquin was hiding his true identity, but Keaton didn’t want to burst that bubble just yet. Instead, he asked, “What do you want with Tarquin?

lose it

“It’s personal, I’d mother not disclose it.”

She had thought about coming clean to Keaton, maybe even enlisting his help to find Tarquin and get a divorce, but after giving it some serious thought, she decided it wasn’t wise

mamage and a confidentiality agreement forced her

Tarquin, she was confident she could persuade him to

a few seconds before responding. “Alright, I’ll keep it in mind. I’ll let you know as soon as

“Thanks in advance.”

a favor to ask you too. Elijah’s been hankering for more of those

Elysia paused. “Elijah?”

who asked you, but since you don’t want to see him, I’m stepping in. Forget about Tarin for a second–think about Elijah. The kid might have a scumbag for a father, but he’s a good kid. He’s had it rough. with a mother who doesn’t care about anything but herself. It’s rare for him to ask for anything, so when he does, it means a lot. He’s never asked for anything before, so could you possibly help out? I know it’s tacky to talk money, but if you’re still mad, go ahead and milk Tarin for all he’s

to kick a man when he’s down

‘Down and out?”

now. I’m not doing this for the money; it’s just for Elijah,”

finished speaking, her phone rang.

said, “Til make something for Elijah and get in touch once it’s ready. You can pick it up then. If

Keaton nodded.

keep the

for your help.”

and a smile. As soon as Keaton stepped out, he saw Tarquin sitting

argue and quickly said, “Mission accomplished. Elysia will make something