'Who did this to Jake? Lila? Have they had a blowup? Or does Jake have another woman on the side?' Emma wondered.
She filled the tub, sunk into the hot water, and let it relax her body while she mulled everything over.
Lucas’s sudden appearance, Jake's betrayal, and Carter's probing were too much for her to handle.
Emma dug out the number Lucas had given her. After hesitating, she finally decided to make the call.
"Hello, this is Claire."
"Hi, this is Emma. Sorry to bother you so late..."
The voice on the other end sounded like a young girl. "No worries. You know, ever since I took on your case, I've been dying to meet you. If it weren't for Lucas sticking his nose in... Sorry, did I say something wrong? You're not a fan of Lucas, are you?"
"No, it's okay." Cheered up by Claire's bu
