Chapter 2: Building Tension
Megan couldn't help herself. She loved getting a rise out of John every chance she got. His reactions were priceless, and tonight would not disappoint her. They sat across from each other in the local bar, surrounded by walls made of rough wood panels that bore testament to years of history - laughter, tears, broken hearts and more. As if reading his mind, she knew how apprehensive he felt being here. But she simply wanted to get a reaction, maybe give him something new to think about.
And boy did she succeed! "And you really don't want to hear some of those." She grinned devilishly as her light-green eyes danced with mischief. John shifted nervously in his seat. "John," he started hesitantly, trying to deflect attention away from himself. But Megan was relentless; there was no stopping her now. Her gaze locked onto his face again. "Kat told me all about your last trip together.