Chapter 102

When Steve rolled into the pool hall, he spotted Jace going to town on the pool balls, clearly working off some serious frustration.

Instead of trying to calm him down, Steve casually grabbed a cue from the rack and sauntered over. "Same old game. Wanna play?"

Jace didn't even acknowledge him, just kept hammering away at the balls. After missing a few shots, he finally snapped, slamming the cue onto the table before storming out.

Steve sighed, set his cue down, and trailed after him. "So, what did Keira do to tick you off this time?"

"Who says it's about her? Don't bring her up," Jace snapped.

Steve couldn't help but chuckle. "Come on, man. She's the only one who can get you this worked up. What's the deal? Can't handle that she's over you?"

Steve always had a way of hitting where it hurt, and this time was no different.

Jace whipped around and grabbed Steve by the collar. "You better shut your mouth."

Steve stayed cool, meeting Jace's glare. "What'd I say?"

Jace's mouth opene