Chapter 34

Arriving at the club, we climb out of the taxi. It feels strange to be back here. It was where I first met Jackson on my birthday. I still feel like this is wrong. We have kids and responsibilities, but I need to let go of those thoughts to enjoy tonight, as this will be my night out this week, no matter what Jackson says.

“I will grab drinks. What is everyone having?” Marcus looks at us as we approach the bar. Everyone tells him their drinks. We go to a table and sit down. I can feel myself relax. The next few hours pass quickly.

“You know you can drink more, just not to the point you throw up all over the floor.” I turn to look at Jackson. I have gotten used to limiting myself to two or three, so I don’t go over the top. Then after the girls came, and they turned one, but I guess there is no risk if I do drink more with there being five of us.

“Okay, you may regret saying that later, though, when you have to carry me out.” I laugh, knowing full well I won’t g