Chapter 013

Alexander

I sat in my office, lost in the stacks of papers and files on my desk. The shrill ring of my phone broke the silence, I glanced at the screen, and a wide grin spread across my face as I saw the name "Charles" flashing back at me.

"Hey, man," I greeted as soon as I answered.

"How are you doing married man?" Charles teased at the other end of the phone.

I chuckled, leaning back in my chair, It's been one month since I married Mia and Charles still teased me about it.

Well, I decided to join in the fun. "Still dealing with your superstar girlfriend's diva antics or has she finally learned to tolerate you?" I teased back.

The laughter on the other end of the line was infectious, and I could almost see Charles' grin through the phone. "Oh, I've missed you so much, man!" he exclaimed, his voice still chuckling, "Get your ass to the club later, we've got some serious catching up to do!"

Charles, my best friend, was one to party. I wouldn't be surprised if that was the reason for