This is Love by (Checkmate Duet 2)

I give him a wide-eyed look that tells him everything he needs to know.

“That good, huh?” He smirks. He takes my hand and leads us to the table he’s saved for us all. Once Ginny is settled in her highchair, I unbuckle James and swaddle him to my chest. My parents and Courtney find their seats, and when the waitress comes to ask for our drink order, I realize there’s still an empty chair.

“Hey, where’s Drew?” I ask Travis. He looks down at his menu, and I can tell by the way his lips twitch, something’s up.

“He’s on his way. He had to do something quick.”

Courtney leans over and speaks in my ear so no one else can hear her. “By the noises coming from his long shower this morning, I’d say he doesn’t do anything quick.” I shoot her a disgusted look as she flashes me a smile.

“And there goes my appetite.”

She laughs and winks at me. Sometimes I wish they’d just fuck and get it over with. Whatever game they’re playing is getting a little out of hand.

“So, since carbs are out of the question, looks like I can have water and lettuce.”

I glance over at Courtney, wondering if she heard me, and her face is white as a ghost.

“Holy fucking shit,” she mutters, looking behind me.

“What?” I turn around to where she’s staring, and gasp when I see what she’s freaking out about. “What the hell is he doing here with her?” I mutter, getting Travis’ attention.

“Who?” he asks, turning his head. His eyes widen as the next words come from Courtney’s mouth.

“Mia Fucking Montgomery.”