After Benjamin Morgan spoke, the entire atmosphere felt wrong.
The smile on Luna Jennings's face froze.
She laughed awkwardly. "Of course! He's my buddy. We've been inseparable since we were kids..."
Benjamin Morgan glanced at her but said nothing more.
The atmosphere grew a little awkward.
"Benjamin Morgan, go get some juice," Alvin Morgan said suddenly.
Benjamin Morgan stiffened, detecting the displeasure in Alvin's tone. He gave a slight nod and left the table.
Luna Jennings stared after him wistfully, the light in her eyes dimming.
Jenson Lawson, who was sitting beside her, took it all in. He pursed his lips and glanced in Benjamin Morgan's direction.
The man's bearing and looks were remarkably similar to the lead actor in Luna Jennings's favorite movie.
'No wonder Luna's so taken with him.'
A glint appeared in Jenson Lawson's eyes. He thoughtfully handed her two meat skewers.
