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

a confidentiality agreement forced her to keep quiet.

get a meeting with Tarquin, she

seconds before responding. “Alright, I’ll keep it in mind. I’ll let you know as soon as I hear anything.”

“Thanks in advance.”

Actually, I’ve got a favor to ask you too. Elijah’s been hankering for more of

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

“I’m not so greedy as to kick a

‘Down and out?”

I’m not doing this

Elysia 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 there’s nothing

Keaton nodded.

sure. Don’t worry, I’ll keep the Tarquin

your

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

the passenger seat before Tarquin could argue and quickly said, “Mission accomplished. Elysia will make something