Lucas suddenly clapped his hands, letting out a bitter laugh. “Oh, wow! Just where I thought I’d find you,” he remarked, and Serena and Simon exchanged uneasy glances.

Serena rose to her feet immediately. “What are you doing here? And what nonsense are you spouting?” she demanded, her voice sharp.

“I thought you’d be living in a mansion, cruising around in luxurious cars,” Lucas sneered. “But I guess he’s just using you, like I always thought. Just look at you. You’re nothing more than a plaything.”

“Enough, Lucas! I won’t stand here and watch you insult Serena like that!” Simon snapped, glaring daggers at him.

Lucas turned toward Simon. “And...