Ed grinned at Angie and surprised Lakshmi by scooping her up in his arms as he'd done for Taj. Unlike Taj, Lakshmi immediately cuddled into Ed's chest.

"Ooo! The red of your coat looks amazing against Ed's black leather!" Angie said as she took a few more pictures. Ed set Lakshmi down and got a hug and kiss on the cheek from her as well. He nodded to her with another shy smile and the group left the store. Ed carried the bag with his formal winter coat in it.

"We need to find a good club to do some dancing!" Taj exclaimed.

"How about Ten Four Two!" Lakshmi gasped,...