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

a drag from his cigarette, he pondered - Elysia loved money, but what else? Keaton's bunch of roses came to mind, and it irked him. Pulling out his phone,

as he finished

his tone softening, "What

"Just wanted to talk."

but let me lay it out straight -

The call last night had made Elliot see right through

was here to issue a

much as you do. I'd never do anything to make her sad or hurt. Even

through a lot. Now that she has us, we won't let anyone hurt her. Treat her well, and we'll do the same. But if anyone dares to

was calm, but

hair, said, "Count me in your squad. Let's protect her together. Us five

"I did some digging on Gideon. He wasn't lying. He really doesn't know who the mystery