Chapter 22

After Hannah's ridiculous arrival, Abby and Keith are unable to contain their laughter in order to annoy her. Lucas then gives them both a death gaze, which causes them to stop, but when dinner is over, Lucas and Hannah immerse themselves in the blue water.

Ryleigh is presently setting the table, and her gaze slowly drifted down to the two smiling at each other; Lucas is currently carrying Hannah while resting his head beneath her neck. Seeing Lucas grin at the woman he loves causes the lady indescribable sorrow, but she will be in Florida next week, and knows she will have the opportunity to be his wife and even more so, his pet.

Only an animal; never his wife.

Before she could cry, she averted her attention from them and began to carry their belongings as she walked into the kitchen. She observed Keith and Abby conversing at the countertop. She entered the house and placed the items on the table.

"Let Keith do the dishes, Rye," said Abby as she approached her.

Rye stared her in the