“Just remember that.”

Getting up, Alexander nodded toward William, “Come on, you’ve done me a huge favor—let me treat you to dinner.”

Staying here wasn’t really an option. If his dad came home and saw this mess, he’d probably beat him with a stick.

William stood up and gave Samuel a pat on the shoulder. “Take good care of her and the baby, man. Don’t end up like me.”

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