Chapter 22 (Part 2)

“Wow, this is good. It's so tender and juicy.” I take another bite of the crunchy fried chicken after dipping it into the gravy that gives much more flavor to it.

“You sound like you've never had fried chicken before.” Lucas laughs at me as he looks up to watch me enjoy eating what he bought us.

He's sitting on the floor, and I'm on the counter top.

“Well, yeah. I mean, it's been a long time since I've had fried chicken. I was trying to eat healthy.”

Wait, was I?

“Forget the diet for now. Just enjoy biting that thigh.” He takes a sip of his coke, and then he continues to eat; looking like he's the one who's hungry when he asked me earlier.

It is still raining outside, but being inside with Lucas, feels so cozy and warm.

“You know,” Lucas finishes off his meal with a last suck on his thumb that has gravy on it.

“You should call your brother. He was trying to reach you out earlier. And until now, your phone is still ringing. Whatever how hard you try to hide it, well, my eyes have a good