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King – They’re not going to stop, Rocco. You might as well answer.

Micah – For what it’s worth, Evie threatened me and told me I’d better not do anything to fuck this up, so I’m only here as moral support for Brax, who somehow feels responsible, which I do not get. I’d also like to add that my wife said, and I quote, “They are adorable! So freaking cute! I love them together!!!” Yes, she even included all the exclamation points.

Me – You fuckers always find a way to wake me up. And for the record, I’m not adorable or cute.

Brax – Great. You’re alive…for now. Until Tim finds out.

King – You really think Tim is going to be pissed? He loves Roc like a son. He might be happy about it.

Micah – Look at King, all sunshiney and shit. Tell Goldie nice work. She’s really rubbed off on you.

King – I was also threatened by my wife not to do anything to mess this up. So, there’s that. But I’m going to say it again—Roc isn’t going to fuck her over.

Brax – This is sure to blow up into a massive event. And for the record, when did this little secret affair start?

Me – That’s a long story. Maybe when you don’t sound like you’re going to try to kick my ass, I’ll tell you.

Brax – Oh, I could kick your ass if I wanted to.

Me – Mm-kay.

Micah – He just Mm-kay’d you, Brax. The group chat would be way more entertaining if Rocco didn’t keep leaving.

King – I don’t understand why Brax is so pissed.

Me – I’d like to know the same thing.

Brax – For one, Landyn is hurt that you didn’t tell her.

Me – I didn’t tell Landyn because she would’ve told you, and you would’ve told everyone. This same thing would’ve happened, just sooner.

Brax – Just a warning, she’s going to be calling you as soon as she finishes up with her client.

Me – The only reason I’m texting you old men is because my phone was about to vibrate off the nightstand. I’m definitely not answering the phone. Teagan is asleep.

King – Welp, there’s your answer.

Micah – I’m just … not sure how I feel knowing baby Teagan is having sex.

King – OMG.

Brax – Shut your mouth! We’ve known her since she was a toddler!

Me – I agree with Brax. Shut your mouth. In fact, I’d like you all to shut the fuck up. I’m leaving the damn chat.

Micah – Wait! Don’t leave. We want to help.

King – I can say for certain, I don’t want to help with anything. I’m not that sunshiney.

Brax – Same. But honest to God, Landyn will kill me if I don’t.

Me – I don’t need anyone’s help.

Micah – Don’t speak so soon. You’ll need help with Tim.

Brax – I just got off the phone with Landyn. Just so you know, you made my pregnant wife cry.

King – Oh, shit.

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