Chapter Three“Yes, I was just getting the ice cream.” I try to justify my position just outside the kitchen door.
Alec looks at me suspiciously, but I ignore him and walk straight to the fridge, opening the freezer door. “Rocky Road, lovely,” I remark, while picking up the heavy tub.
Maggie gives me a wide smile as I hand it to her, along with a couple of spoons.
“Say, you guys carry on,” Alec says. “I don’t want to intrude.”
Shit, now what? He’s up to something. I just know it.
“OK, sweetheart. That’s very nice of you,” Maggie says, while stepping up to him and giving him a big hug.
Think, dammit!
I just watch them as they exchange a quick peck on the lips. Instead of leaving right away, he makes his way towards the bathroom, and I seize my chance to have a word with Maggie.
“Mags
