Chapter One Hundred-Thirty One

Lucas' expression darkened slightly, but he kept his tone light. “Well, you should get used to it.” He reached her and smirked. “You know, it’s quite unfortunate for you, missy. I'm going to be your mother’s husband.”

Sophie frowned and shook her head vehemently. “You’re not going to ever be my daddy.”

Lucas chuckled darkly. “And why is that?”

“Because I don’t like you, and my daddy’s name is Aidan Algernon.”

Infuriated, he grabbed her arms roughly, wanting to hit her. “Listen here, you little brat—”

Before he could finish, a voice called out, “Sophie?”

He straightened up, forcing a smile as he turned to see Phoebe standing there.

“Aunt Phoebe!” Sophie screamed, running to hug her tightly.

Phoebe returned the hug, eyeing Lucas with suspicion. “What’s going on here?”

Lucas waved awkwardly. “Hi, I’m Lucas. I was just waiting for Karina. Sophie was keeping me company.”

Phoebe’s gaze hardened. “I know who you are. What were you doing?”

Lucas shook his head, feigning innocence. “Just tryi