Chapter 88

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At this point, Tessa couldn’t say anything more, even if she had other thoughts.

She nodded. “Elaine, in my heart, you’re as good as my own daughter.”

But if that were true, she wouldn’t have brought up Miles. Then again, it might have been his suggestion, considering he’d already confessed his feelings.

“Sure. Let’s wait until Miles and Logan are free, and we’ll hold a little ceremony. I’ll officially acknowledge you and Ethan as my godparents.”

I saw a flicker in Tessa’s eyes. She wasn’t entirely comfortable with the idea, but after all her kindness over the years, I didn’t doubt her intentions.

“Alright,” she agreed reluctantly.

After dropping her off, I ran into Logan. He wore a baseball cap and jersey instead of his usual business suit. For a moment, it reminded me of the boy I used to admire.

school, Logan was all rebellion and thrill–seeking, sneaking off on motorcycles. I remembered clinging to him in fear during a ride,

I knew better. The

Back for more since yesterday wasn’t exciting enough?”

Tessa swatted at him. “How dare you say that? If Elaine hadn’t held back, you’d

In her

Mercer, do you even care about me? Am I your child, or is she?”

come out of me?” Tessa shot back, her humor sharp

next life, and I’ll stay far away,” Logan joked,

another swat.

were still around, maybe I’d still have moments like this. But

I should go now,”

Logan called. “I need to

I replied, unwilling to argue.

is,” Logan insisted.

so stubborn, or I’ll finish what Elaine started.”

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