Edward moved nearer and felt the tension in Laura's heart. "Jeb, I'm not here to stir things up. Although Laura and I have a past together, it is up to her to decide how she wants to go."
Jeb turned to face Laura, his eyes growing gloomy. "So, Laura, what are your options? Therefore, I must be aware of our current situation."
The room seemed stifling, and Laura's heart was racing. She cast a glance between the two males, aware that her decision tonight may drastically change the course of her life. And that other guy is standing there like he had nothing to do with the previous events.
"Let me start by reminding Jeb and Mr. Lewis that this is a private matter between Edward and myself. So please, if you could both go, we could enjoy dinner."
She told Jeb and Jake that she would stay with Edward for now, even if she didn't say it out loud.
