My Player Best Friend

The Past

"So that's why Jake's last name is McDuff?"

"Yes, he carries Eleanor's maiden name. We never got married."

"Why didn't you get a divorce with Lucy?"

"Lucy hates me too much she can't even look at me."

"Are you even planning to talk to Chase?"

"Yes, but now's not the right time."

"All his life, Chase believed you're dead."

"I know. I couldn't blame Lucy if she lied to him. I mean if I was in Chase's position and found out my Dad has another family, I'd rather believe he's dead."

"Chase would be broken when he finds out."

"I know. But he's bound to find out sooner or later."

"Does Jake know?"

"No."

"Doesn't he ask questions?"

"We just tell him his mom and I can't get married. Period."

"You don't think he suspects?"

"Jake's a smart guy. I know he figured it out a long time ago but keeps his mouth shut as respect to us."

"And he's okay with it?"

"Yes. I think he's waiting for us to willingly talk about it."

"Jake's really a good guy."

He smiled in agreement.

My phone rung and I answered it.

"Hello?"

"SAMANTHA! Where the hell have you been?!"

It's Chase.

Uh-oh.

"Uh, nowhere."

"I've been trying to call you for an hour!"

"So I've noticed."

"Where are you now? I'm going to pick you up."

"No need!"

"WHAT? ARE YOU WITH A GUY NOW?"

"No! It's just that...uh...I'm at Rose's. I'll have my dinner here so you don't have to worry about me, okay? I'll go home as soon as I finished eating dinner. Bye."

I ended the call.

"Chase?" Daniel asked with longing in his eyes.

"Yes."

"He's very protective of you, isn't he?"

I smiled.

"You're in love with my son."

I nodded.

"He doesn't know it." I mumbled.

"He does."

"WHAT?!?"

"Believe me, he knows. He just doesn't want yo believe it."

He smiled.

A knock came.

The door opened and Jake entered.

"Hey, I heard about your little accident." he smiled.

I just smiled back.

"Are you okay now?"

"Yes."

"Sorry about my Dad."

"Don't be sorry. He's really cool."

"I know."

"Okay, you kids talk like I'm not even here." Daniel roared with laughter

"Come on Dad, stop pretending like you're not flattered."

We all laughed.

The door opened and Eleanor came in.

"Jake! Didn't I tell you to get Dad and Sam?" Eleanor scolded.

"Sorry, I got sidetracked." Jake grinned.

"Okay. You guys get your butts in the kitchen now. It's time for dinner."

As she was about to leave, she turned around.

"Oh and Jake, drive Sam home after dinner."

With that, she left.

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Author's note

So...our examination week is up. I'm really hoping that I'll pass without summer class. Anyway that means I'm not sure when I can update. I'll just try my best to update everytime I can.

my guy best friend stopped courting my girl best friend. I don't think I should share what really happened. It's such a....touchy topic. All I can say is he gave her up for our friendship.

Love lots

Mad