538: INTRODUCTIONS

ARIEL'S POV I could see the uncertainty in Luke's eyes, but I was confident in my decision. "Yes. I know it's not ideal timing with everything that's happening, but I didn't want to cancel on her. And right now, I think it's going to be a good chance for us to all spend some time together before we leave. Maybe even tell her about England." Luke paused, considering my words. Finally, he nodded. "You're right. Family is important. And who knows, maybe it'll give us a chance to say goodbye in a way that's less rushed than a last-minute phone call or email." I laughed a little. "Yeah, but you want to know why I decided that such dinner would take place?" Luke raised both of his eyebrows. "Why?" "My Mom has a boyfriend now," I whispered into his ears. He laughed immediately. "Seriously? When?" "Well, they said a few months ago. And his name is Gustavo. With our conversation, he did seem like a nice man." I could see the wheels turning in Luke's mind as he processed