Chapter 79

*Alejandro*

Soft jazz music resounded in the background. Glass clinked as people murmured.

I walked towards the booth where Lucas was seated. He had a glass of tequila in front of him.

He had his head down; his finger was dancing on the screen of his phone. “Son,” he raised his head, his eyes quickly meeting mine.

“Dad,” he called and stood. We hugged, his cologne engulfing me.

It was nice to see him extend his hand to me in a hug; it made me feel like I was on top of the world.

“How have you been?” I asked, taking my seat, “I didn't know you were back. I got no call or text from you.” I said, signally a barman with my fingers. “When did you arrive in LA?”

“I've been in this City for a few days now; as you can see, I'm doing well.” He said.

I gave my orders to the barman.

Lucas typed on his phone again before placing it on the table in our middle. “I guess you must have been busy?” He asked and I nodded.

“I have been, but I'm sorry. If I had known you were around, I'd have made t