I ignored the weak bastard, wanting to get this farce of a night over with as soon as possible.
We met Cori and Tabitha at Charlie's Lounge in downtown L.A. at eight thirty, just like we did every other Friday of the fucking month. If it wasn’t for Miranda’s busy wedding schedule occupying her Fridays, she would have been furious if she knew how I spent my evenings out, but she was seldom awake when I’d walk through the door. But she wasn’t stupid and probably had her suspicions. She just never mentioned it and neither did I.
Every chance I got, I gave herallmy attention, endeavoring to prove my love and keep her from leaving me. My attempts were in vain. I’d lost Miranda’s trust months ago. After the stupid picture of Tabitha and me kissing had flooded the Internet, I was sure she’d leave. I was grateful she stayed, and I’d never question her motives, but it was weird she hadn’t dumped my ass on the spot.
“So, Vegas…” Jason wiggled his brows. “Everything set to have a rockin’ time in Sin City?”
“Yeah, all set.” I sighed, hating the thought of what Vegas meant.
“Cheer up! We’re going to have an unforgettable time.”
Right then, Cori and Tabitha appeared.
“Hi, baby.” Jason greeted the blonde, giving her ass a hearty squeeze as she kissed him.
Cori’s eyes darted to mine. Time to put on my acting face. “Hi, honey.” I forced a smile.
“Hi, Billy. I’ve missed you.” She leaned in, planting a wet kiss on my lips. It turned my stomach, but for show, I let out a low moan of enjoyment. The glint in Jason’s eyes told me he believed my little act.
Cori slid into the booth, then puckered her lips for another kiss. I was taken aback. A second kiss? I complied, though I didn’t want to after I’d settled back into my spot.
Honest to God, I didn’t know how anyone could believe I’d be into Cori. She wasn’t my type at all: fake red hair, black eyeliner, and she had a cheesy Southern accent she tried to hide. It was cute at best but did nothing for me.
Not that I could ever be tempted when I was desperately and unequivocally in love with Miranda.
The waiter took our drink orders, and I did my best to look like I was having a grand ole time with “my honey” practically on my lap.
Jason appeared satisfied with Cori snuggled close to me.
All the while, my beauty Miranda remained on my mind. The disappointment in her voice on the phone burned in my ears. What I wouldn’t do to make all of this go away.
God I hope Axel and his MC friends could find a way to take Jason down without anyone getting hurt so I could get on with my life.
My first order of business:make up for every time I’d lied to Miranda and made her cry.