Jackie’s POV
How was Lucas’ mom here? What business did she have with the people here? Was she friends with one of the women or knew Darrell’s mom? I was not comfortable with what I was seeing or the sudden change of atmosphere. My heart was beating fast as I felt like I was caught doing something bad.
“Uh… Jackie. My name is Jackie,” I said, replying to her question and the women awed while she kept a blank face on.
“You have such a beautiful name.”
“She is really pretty.”
“Prettier in person.”
I shook my head internally at the words the women were uttering and smiled. I glanced at Darrell when he wrapped his arm around my shoulder and pulled me closer to his side. His behavior confused me, but I ignored it and kept smiling.
“She is indeed, and I am very happy to have her in my fam
