Lory and Courtney looked heartbroken when Nicholas spoke of the cheating and the baby. Francis remained calm, although I knew from his clenched fists his emotions inside didn't match what he expressed outwardly.

Geoffrey didn't even try to hide his feelings. "How could you not tell me, man? Why? I would have been there for you. I would have given that bitch and her family a piece of my mind."

Nicholas shook his head. "That's exactly why I didn't tell you. I wanted to forget it. To get as far ...