“Well, that’s not a good way to start a relationship.” Beth sat on the edge of the sofa. “As long as two people are being true to themselves and each other, you have a chance. When you introduce dishonesty so early on, there’s no way to build trust. You have to be yourself,Bash.”
Sebastian shook his head, and made a snap decision. “It’s easier if I show you. How about the two of you come to my place and meet…her?”
He instantly regretted giving the invitation. He tapped the tabletop nervously. The chess pieces wobbled and shook with the drumming of his fingertips. Beth and Clint stared athim.
“What do you have up your sleeve, Bash?” Bethasked.
If they were to meet ‘Alex’, the cat would be out of thebag.
“Nothing.”
“Good. Well, I’m game,” said Clint. “When do we get to meether?”
Sebastian held back agroan.
That was a bigmistake.