Chapter 101

• Greg, feeling the spotlight on him, shifted awkwardly, managing a weak smile that did nothing to ease the tension in the room. " Uh, I’m just here for moral support, " he muttered, clearly regretting his decision to tag along.
• Jason shot him a glance but quickly turned his attention back to Alessa. " Look, I don’t expect you to like me. I’m not here for that. I’m here because it’s the right thing to do, and I want to make sure Lucy and Dylan are taken care of. "
• Alessa stared at Jason for a long moment, as if trying to decide whether to throw him out or give him a chance. Her face softened just a fraction, though her eyes remained hard.