Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem

Chapter 606

Keaton couldn't help but bring it up, "You know, it really depends on who you're with and the situation. Between lovers, it's kinda spicy - adds a bit of flavor. But if there's no love, and the lady's not into it, then it's just being a creep!"

Tarquin just stared blankly for a moment.

Keaton, with a mischievous glint in his eye, teased, "You didn't try to pull a fast one on Elysia, did you?"

Tarquin's face turned sour immediately, "Of course not!"

With a chuckle, Keaton continued, "If you really want to charm Elysia, just flex those biceps, show off the six-pack, maybe a little bit of those killer quads - that should do it. Go full monty, and you're asking for a smackdown."

Tarquin pressed his lips together, choosing to ignore the comment.

As they continued their walk down the hallway, Keaton couldn't resist jabbing one more time before leaving, "Don't forget about our bet, man. You owe me a public display of affection with Elysia - a three-minute kiss, no less! Once Elijah's out of the hospital, you better pay up."

Tarquin just shook his head. The mere thought of kissing Elysia was enough to know he'd be welcoming a slap. It wasn't the slap he feared, but the thought of her being angry at him that did.

of his friend, nor did he want

money, but what else? Keaton's bunch of roses came to mind, and it irked him. Pulling out his phone, he dialed Lowell,

finished his instructions,

quickly snuffed out his cigarette, his tone softening,

"Just wanted to talk."

let me lay it out straight - you can't force her to like you, can't make her anxious, and definitely can't annoy her. If

the message. The call last night had made Elliot see

here to issue

earnest and gentle, replied, "I care about her just as much as you do. I'd never do anything to make her

hurt her. Treat her well, and we'll do the same. But

calm, but the underlying

squad. Let's protect her together. Us five guys, looking out for one lady." Elliot gave

He wasn't lying. He really doesn't know who