Chapter 55
Jon asked, “Toke, how’re things with Laide? Better?”
Still massaging his throbbing fingers with one hand, he hurled a glance at Jon. “Worse. I’m sleeping in a guest bedroom and we’re not speaking to each other.”
“At least, you’re both under the same roof.” Jon said. “It’ll get better, bro.”
“I hope so.” Toke murmured and then gave a loud sigh. “For now, she’s still threatening to take the kids and move out.”
“What do you expect?” Kurt snarled.
“Really, Kurt...” Jon scowled. “This isn’t helping.”
“Whatever. I want more vodka.”
Jon shook his head and switched his gaze to Leke. “How’re you doing, man? In about four days, you’ll be turning a year older. Planning to celebrate your birthday this year?”
Leke’s finger circled the rim of his shot glass. “No.”
“Why not?”
“I’m n
