Chapter 75

I could see them clearly through the open door. A stunning yet fierce-looking woman stepped out of a dark green Land Rover and immediately made her way to Steve for an enthusiastic hug. Her thick, pitch-black hair cascaded elegantly down her shoulders, and while there was a grace to her movements, she squealed like a schoolgirl as she leaped into his open arms, clearly thrilled to see him. Strongly happy, I noted how she boldly grabbed Steve's backside and gave it a playful squeeze.

I couldn't help but smile to myself, realizing that Steve and this girl must have shared some past physical connection. My attention shifted toward Xavier, who was grasping the hand of the other man between them before pulling him into a friendly one-armed hug—the typical greeting among guys.

"It's so great to see you again, man," he said, directing this sentiment toward Xavier, and I could see the sincerity of his words reflected in his friend's expression. "Has it really been two years? Dam