Chapter One Hundred and Forty Five - Lose it all

“Amara! You can’t keep my son from me!” Bruno slurred as he entered the restaurant.

Jason’s eyes darted to Bruno, then to Renee. He expected her to have the same look of shock and confusion that he had, but she didn’t. She looked displeased to see Bruno, a frown present on her face, but she also looked completely unfazed by what Bruno had said.

On the other hand, all colour had drained from Amara’s face, and her eyes were glistening like she was about to cry.

Andrew stood up from his seat and glared daggers at Amara. "Amara, what the hell is that man talking about? Why is he asking you about a son?”

“I..I…don’t…” Amara stuttered. At that moment, she wished the ground under her feet could open and swallow her whole.

Bruno walked to the group, bumping into a few tables and murmuring apologies as he did. His eyes were bloodshot, and the smell of alcohol was potent on him.

"Amara, you can’t do this to me.” He grabbed the collar of her shirt and shook her slightly.

Suddenly, it was like a