"Jump then," Lucas Griffin looked up at Amanda Jenkins, the black pools of his eyes reflecting the myriad stars above. His mischievous smile faded into seriousness, "With me here, there's nothing to fear."
Once again, Amanda Jenkins anxiously glanced back at the door of the room.
She had not yet apologized to Emma Bollock for the incident that sent her to the hospital last time.
And here she was, embroiled in another troublesome situation caused by Lucas Griffin tonight.
If Emma were to burst in any minute now, she'd probably demand vengeance for both old and new grievances alike.
Clutching the railing of the balcony tightly with both hands, Amanda looked down and said, "Lucas Griffin, let me tell you, if I fall and something happens to me, you'll be responsible for the rest of your life!"