So this was what mother meant by being good. I was starting to understand.
My phone pinged then, I glanced to Tessa who was too busy to be bothered with me as I pulled my phone out. It was a text from Rafael.
“Glad to see that my best friend is finally married but I had to find out on national television.” Oh s**t.
No one was supposed to find out yet. But he should have from the beginning. I dialled his phone but it went through to voicemail. I tried to do a little good but I messed up again.
I clenched my jaw and the phone at the time. I relaxed when Tessa turned to face me. Her smile dropped and it was replaced by concern.
“Are you okay? Did something happen?” I cleared my throat.
“Yes, just work stuff…” The lie slipped so easily through my lips. I even faked a smile. “You ready
