"Yeah, it's been good. But how are you? I know it's been a while since we've talked. College has been really busy," Tanner said apologetically.

"Oh, everything's been fine around here," Amanda said casually, but then she perked up. "Brian and I are trying to have a kid now. I didn't think he'd ever want kids, but he was the one who brought up the idea. Can you believe it?"

"Wow, lucky you," Tanner smiled, but it looked forced. "You and him still together, huh?"

Amanda looked at Tanner like he'd questioned that the sky was blue. "Of course, we're still together, Tanner. He's my husband."

Tanner's smile dropped. "I...