Chapter 71 - Luke's Money Is Hers Too

Jade buried herself entirely underneath the covers, avoiding the sight of Tyler.

The lights were switched off leaving a few lights on in the corners. Making the room cozier and romantic. The bed sloped downward as Tyler lay beside her.

Jade was bracing herself for what was about to come. She thought about her brother's predicament if she pissed off Tyler. Her palm wetter by the second. She cringed when she was being caged in his embrace.

"Tyler, I'm so tired," she said using a pleading tone. She was experimenting with what would be the best way to make him agree.

"I know… I just wanted to hug you to sleep," Tyler's insomnia came back when Jade left. "Let's sleep now," he planted a kiss on top of her head.

They were drifting to sleep when all of the sudden Tyler's phone went off.

Tyler hissed and picked up his phone.

"Hello," he spoke coldly.

"When are you coming home, honey?" Sophia's voice sounded at the other end of the line.

"I'm not," he replied curtly.

"Jason is sick, he