I slowly moved away from where I was standing and gently looked for a place to sit. My hands become sweaty, and my legs shake as I comprehend what business Xavier would have with Jack.

"Jack Bash," I repeat the name so it wouldn't seem like I misheard.

"Yes, Jack Bash. Does it ring a bell?" he asks again.

"Thank you, James. Can you please keep this secret between us? I don't want a third party hearing about this, and please don't go asking who Jack Bash is.”

"For the sake of the love I have for you, Julie, I will not, your secret is safe with me. I won't...