Jamie Lucas Scott

thirty- six || father || teacher || coach || widower ||

[jamicscott-blog]

pagingdrblackwell‌:

The obsidian sky raced endlessly towards the horizon with a peppering of crisp, twinkling stars. For a moment, Marley felt the world peeling from her heels with the divine levitation of wonder. In an instant, with his hand in hers, they were no longer bound by the silly titles that confined them. Instead, they were just beings filled with star dust and deferred hopes coveted for the rainier days. “You mustn’t refrain,” she quipped. “I quite enjoy your insight on the world, Mr. Scott. It’s always jammed pack with some prolific wisdom beyond the muck.” Marley placed the bottle down on the edge, her eyes hungrily taking in the rolling swirls of cobblestone and brick. The streets lights illuminating the black top with the pristine glow that turned shadowy steeped figures dancing with each step. 

“That wounds me,” she mocking held her hand over her heart. Marley tugged him closer, turning his gaze just west of city hall. “Tip your gaze slightly and you’ll see him in all his Grecian glories.” 

Watching the sky from the top of Karens was always an escape; an escape from reality and all the things that made life hard.You could just get lost in the stars, where the only limit to what you could do was your own imagination. It felt as though they were in high school again, escaping from finals and SATs. Letting out a laugh he watched the world go by from the rooftop for a moment; ‘’Let me tell you now, it’s all a front. I’m a hundred per cent hiding behind a fake persona of wisdom.’’ Jamie joked, lifting the bottle and taking a long drink. 

‘‘What can I say, there’s not alot of time for star gazing as a basketball player with troublesome twins..’‘ He let out a soft chuckle, taking step closer to her and following her gaze up towards the sky taking in Orion in all his glory. ‘‘Thank god theres no cloud cover.’‘

[ariellexkane]

In My Dreams

[jamicscott-blog]

pagingdrblackwell‌:

Her cheeks burned with a sordid bout of embarrassment rifled with self deprecation. Marley couldn’t blame the universe for the recourse of her own actions; she made the decision to be selfish with her life. Everything that came with that b a g g a g e would soon sink her little boat. “I am sorry for just assuming you were awake..” I’m an idiot.. Marley’s gaze wandered down to the tender curl of his fingers along her wrist. She didn’t feel that biting defense to jar her wrist from his grasp; she wasn’t always a fan of unsolicited intimacy. Her mouth ran dry for a moment, blinded by the after glow of his valiant chivalry. Her eyes drifted closed for a moment, taking in the subtlety of his kindness. “I don’t know how you exist, Jamie Scott.” Marley mumbled softly. 

“I don’t want to be a burden–” her voice grew smaller in the wake of such a comforting embrace. 

Jamie didn’t much like the thought of anyone being upset, much less Marley. Since the night on the roof; something had changed for Jamie. He wasn’t sure what it meant but he wanted to be there for her, especially if she was upset. ‘’Marley! Would you stop apologising. Like I said, I’m here if you need to talk, if you need someone to lean on.’’ Jamie explained; looking her in the eyes, his hand still holding her wrist. Loosening his grip, he slid his hand into hers. 

‘‘You’d never be a burden! Now would you come inside so we can talk about this?’‘ He smiled softly, pulling her towards the house. ‘‘Plus it’s really cold, and I’ve not got shoes on...’‘

[ariellexkane]

In My Dreams

[jamicscott-blog]

pagingdrblackwell‌:

You’re an idiot. You look absolutely insane. 

Marley bristled at the idiocy that heckled her bones. She didn’t want to break up the happy little bubble that encased them. Jamie, the golden boy with a heart encased in purity, and the confident doctor. Now that’s a story people would tune into; not the disappointing tale of a fraud and the hero. She breathed in softly, allowing the cool air of the morning to prickle her moistened cheeks. The emotional shackles of the past rattled with every calculated step she took down his driveway. Marley grew smaller in the wake of his voice thick with sleep but still so seemingly comforting. 

“Uh–,” she whisked away the tears that betrayed her strength. “I–um I’m sorry for bothering you. I had a late shift and–I should just go. It’s silly but you usually know what to say…”

It took Jamie a minute to notice that Marley was crying, blame it on the sleep that still filled his eyes. ‘’Hey, hey, hey..’’ Jamie half jogged down the driveway to reach her as she continued to walk away from him. ‘’You’re crying.’’ He reached out and held onto her wrist softly. Jamie pulled her back gently, turning her so she was looking at him. ‘’You don’t need to apologise Marley, you know that you can always come to me.’’ Jamie wiped a tear away from her cheek with the sleeve of his hoodie. ‘’Here, why don’t we go inside and I’ll make hot chocolate, or I have a bottle of scotch hiding on top of the fridge if this requires something stronger?’’ 

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blackwellmaisie‌:

She smiled with a nod, feeling the weight of the world start to crush Jamie right before her eyes. “Well it’s an open offer if you ever are in need, okay?” It hurt her heart to see that happening but she also found herself glad that Jamie wasn’t necessarily the most open with her because she was pretty sure she didn’t have any words to help. He could talk to Marley for that. “Really? That is so so adorable and I would love to join actually, of course, that is if the twins would have me.” 

‘‘Of course I will. I’ll keep you in mind if we’re ever in need.’‘ He smiled at her, running a hand through his hair. He hated being a burden to everyone around him, and since Hannah died everyone had been treating him with kid gloves and it as starting to grate on him a little bit. ‘‘Of course the twins would love you to join our pj party. What do you like on pizza and I’ll go and order is a couple!’‘

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blackwellmaisie‌:

Maisie smile softly at him with a silent and singular nod of understanding, even though she didn’t understand one bit what it was like to have children. She wasn’t even sure she ever wanted to experience it at this juncture in her life. “I wonder what you will be saying about them by the time they get to 16!” She added brightly. “That’s true but still. How about if I took ‘em off your hands for a bit tonight and gave you a little break?”

Jamie smiled at Maisie, it truly was a sweet offer. But that’s all everyone seemed to be doing as of late, offering to take his kids to give him a break. Which wasn’t something he wanted, or really needed. Sure it was people being nice, but being around his kids, well it made him feel safe and together. ‘’Thanks for the offer Maisie, but we’re doing okay. Plus we’ve got big plans for a pizza and pj party. You’re welcome to join?’’

[ariellexkane]

In My Dreams

[jamicscott-blog]

pagingdrblackwell‌:

Marley’s skin f e l t raw to the touch. She had lost count for the moment that she stood there staring at her gaunt image in the mirror. The blood that smelt of rust and regret had been wiped away after the first good pass of her fingers but she just kept scrubbing to rid herself of the heaviness. With an exhausted sigh, she embraced the chill of the evening with outstretched arms. She much preferred the chill than the searing burn of embarrassment and fear. 

Her mind fled farther beyond her. A frenzied string of words jumbled up to soothe the ache that anchored her to the event. No amount of scripture could erase the heaviness in her limps; or the limp sagging feeling in her chest where her heart used to be. It sank somewhere around her ankles. The clouds swirled off the horizon at the eager start to the day. Sun had yet to break but soon enough the indigo colored sky would shed its skin to make way to the magenta waves with burst of orange. The undisturbed peace of the evening would evaporate to compensate for the stirring and she’d resume her sunshine-y soap box for the world to see. Right now, she just wanted to melt into the ground.

Before she could adjust to the changing in setting or where her lonesome feet brought her, she stood before his door. The rational part of her begged her ragging frame to step away and return home. The last person on this planet who needed more baggage was Jamie Scott. Selfishly, she just wanted a wispy breath of his strength and the strong feeling of his arms just for a second before rearming herself with the cracked armor that her past provided. Marley’s knuckles hung over the frame of the door for a moment before falling to her side.

You’re so stupid for coming here.

@jamicscott

Jamie had fallen asleep on the couch... again. The kids had gone to bed hours ago and he’d sat down in front of the TV to watch some stupid movie so that he could avoid going to bed and managed to fall asleep with the TV still blaring in the background. However, the faint knock at the front door pulled Jamie from his snoozing. Sitting up on the sofa, he rubbed his eyes and looked at his watch. It was just past five in the morning. Standing from the couch he stretched out as he walked towards the door, opening it to see the familiar blonde head of Marley standing in his front path, walking away from him. 

‘‘Marley?’‘ He asked, his voice thick with sleep. ‘‘You alright? What’re you doing here, it’s really early..’‘ 

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lydivscott‌:

“I would never do that to them, Jamie.” Her voice was caught in her throat, barely finding its way out and let the words be heard. “I love those two as much as you do and I would never, never, let my relationship with Carter stand in the middle of the affection they have for him because — “ She takes a long breath, allowing herself to feel whatever it was she was feeling now. “As much as I do not want say it out loud … Carter loves them too, he is good with them and he … “ He could have been a great father. But it was too much, if she speaks it out loud then it comes real, too real for now. “Just know that it won’t be a problem with me, if you want him in their lives, I’m good with that; but be my brother and — just — you know, I know you lost Hannah in a different way I lost the baby and Carter, but still hard and I don’t know how much of this — being around him I can take”

‘‘I know you wouldn’t, not intentionally. But it’s messy and my kids are stuck right in the middle of it, because they love both of you and don’t understand why you two aren’t together anymore.’‘ Jamie said sadly, looking down at his hands. This was the kind of conversations he actively tried to avoid, that he hated having with people. ‘‘I know you love them Lydia, but I’m their Dad and I have to put them first right now. I trust you and know you want the best for them, even if thats not what you want.’‘ Jamie looked at Lydia for a minute, and raised an eyebrow in her direction. ‘‘Do you think that I’d be anything less than your brother? The jury’s still out on whether I want him in my childrens lives, but if they want him there I’m not going to be the reason he’s not. So one way or another I need to make my peace with it.’‘ Jamie shrugged his shoulders. ‘‘Just because your loss is different to mine, well that doesn’t make it any less valid.’‘

[jamicscott-blog]

carterxjenner‌:

He had never been the fighting kind of guy; Carter was strong, he always had been. But his life had never been filled with drama and alfa males needing to claim their power. The tall man from New York had grown up, attending private schools and things alike; meaning that the most fight he saw normally was the rich-kids fight club. Stupid thing if you asked him, but it was something to do. Carter could never risk getting hurt either, with all the sports he did and everything. Right now too, he wasn’t really the best kind of person to get hurt. He was a doctor, someone that relied on his hands and his brain –– even his very good eyesight. 

Yet he had expected this, knowing that Jamie would act like this. It made sense, since Lydia was his little sister. Just like Carter himself, would do anything for Tess; Jamie would do anything for his little sister too. So when the other man pushed him up agains the wooden door, Carter didn’t fight him. He just held Jamie slightly back; “Jamie” he said trying to calm the man down. It was strange, Jamie had over the years become one of his best friends and someone he would often text or call when it came to things regarding life in general. 

The twins, he loved the twins too. And the first time he had heard them both calling him uncle Carter, had been a moment he never would forget. Carter would always get them nice things for their birthdays and Christmas; it was something he enjoyed. But since Jamie acted this way right now, he knew the twins wasn’t home.  “I truly did wish to call you” he said. Knowing Jamie, he knew this man a lot better than most people might think. “There was just too much uncertainty” he commented. Pushing the man away, but he didn’t try and get the upper hand, or anything. Because he knew that if Jamie truly wanted to hit him, it would come at some point. So he might as well be calm, and see if it was going to happen. “and I assumed you didn’t wanted me to” but seeing Jamie, he sort of knew Jamie had wanted him to. 

Jamie really hadn’t thought this plan through. Sure he could punch Carter, causing him the physical pain that would equate to the mental pain that he’d put his sister too. But then he’d lose him, and he’d have to explain to his kids why their uncle Carter wasn’t going to be around. Jamie couldn’t bare the thought of his kids having to lose someone else in their lives, at such a young age. They’d had too much loss and sadness this year and Jamie didn’t want to be the cause of any more pain to his kids. 

Jamie slammed his hand on the door next to Carters head, pushing himself away from his sisters ex-husband; his best friend over the last few years. Carter had become the person that Jamie relied on the most, especially when Hannah got sick. ‘‘I was only on the other end of the phone..’‘ Jamie said quietly, walking into his house, leaving it up to Carter whether he wanted to follow for not. ‘‘What? Because you cheated on my sister? I mean that’s a pretty good reason as to why I wouldn’t want you to phone me..’‘ Jamie paced in his kitchen, looking at the ground instead of at Carter. ‘‘So you decided the wiser plan was to show up at my doorstep? What were you hoping? That my kids would be here so I wouldn’t beat your ass to a pulp?’‘

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pagingdrblackwell‌:

Marley didn’t come into this evening with the intent to dust off her flirty pants. She couldn’t remember the last time she had to flex these muscles. Sex wasn’t hard to find after a couple of drinks but her well had been dry for quite some time. If she wasn’t in the hospital, she was with her sister. There wasn’t much room for love or lust without her actively stumbling into it. Jamie, the elusive yet alluring Scott, brought a blanketing comfort that enticed that part of her to wanted to explore a little. The last time she opened her heart to anything remotely close to this was Antonio. The man that haunted her bones. A love that would forever strike her soul. Shaking off the thoughts, she happily leaped into the unknown for once in her life. 

“It’s a gift. In another life I was a psychic.” Marley’s hand sat delicately in his. They were both taking steps into the void. Gravity slipped away with the unchartered path of their soles. For a moment, she felt like she was floating through her life without direction. “That’s the spirit,” she chimed tugging him along behind her. The narrowed flight of stairs just off the back followed along the spine of the cafe towards the heavy steel door. Marley placed the bottle on the step between her feet, unlocking the latch, to be greeted with the breathless chill of the evening air. 

“I bet we can see Orion from here.” 

‘‘Oh really, I’ll need to remember and try and control my thoughts around you then.’‘ Jamie teased, letting out a soft laugh as he slipped his hand into hers. It felt like a big step, to do something this simple. He had to keep reminding himself that it was okay, it was okay to open himself up to things like this. Jamie followed as Marley lead him up the stairs, letting out a breath that he didn’t even know he’d been holding when she pushed the heavy steel door out of their way. It had always been breathtaking on the roof of Karens, it felt like you were on top of the world, seeing everything for miles from the top of the sleepy cafe. 

‘‘You’ll need to point him out to me, because it’s been a while since I practiced astronomy.’‘ 

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chuckscolnik‌:

chuck and jamie had always been friends, ever since they were five and six years old. it hadn’t started that way, but jamies kindness turned chuck around just as it was now. the male nodded his head, holding his drink up almost like a cheers. “thanks, jamie. it’s a lot.. i don’t want to get into the details but i was dishonorably discharged for friendly fire only the other was a traitor and it was self defense –– but no one believed me.” he shrugged, knocking back more of his drink. “yeah.. about that.” chuck started, a little more serious than he had been even a few seconds ago. “i’m sorry man, about.. well.. not being able to make it to the funeral. nothing i say is gonna sound like anything other than an excuse, but if you need anything from me now you only need to ask.” 

‘‘That sounds.. well that sounds like alot.’‘ Jamie gave chuck a sad smile, clapping his hand on his friends shoulder. ‘‘I’m sorry that that happened to you, I know much much the military meant to you.’‘ He let out a long sigh, before throwing back his whisky and asking for another. ‘‘I don’t think theres much I can say to make that any better, but just know that you’ve got me if you ever need to vent or talk or even just drink?’‘ He offered with a soft shurg, before looking down at his glass, his finger making circles on the rim. ‘‘It’s all good, I barely remember it. Everything for those weeks is just a haze.. ‘‘

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‘’annaxscott‌:

“i just got back actually, not long now. i asked your mom not to tell you so i could surprise you. oh god no, i think lydia might still have me beat, she is very much like your mom in that way,” she said, smiling as she followed her cousin to the kitchen and she placed the drinks down since jamie had taken the food. “look who it is! my two favorite six year olds.” she said, grinning as she squatted to their level and wrapped her arms around each of them. “i missed you two, hows it hangin’?” she asked before standing to full height and she joined the table. “if you want i can help you out after we eat? i don’t really have anywhere else to be, my dad might call later though he is sending me over the contracts for scotts body shop.. we’re putting it in my name so i can turn it into a veterinary clinic.”

‘‘Don’t put yourself down Anna, you’re amazing in your own way and don’t tell yourself otherwise. Okay?’‘ Jamie raised an eyebrow at his cousin, his lips forming a hard line. He hated seeing people putting themselves down, especially people he loved. He smiled watching his kids interact with Anna, the smiles on their faces as they moved to sit at the table, their hands grabbing want-fully at the food that had been placed in front of them. ‘‘Oh, don’t worry about my utter lack of skill in unpacking. I’ll get there with the boxes. Oh really? They’re getting rid of the body shop?’‘ Jamie raised an eyebrow in Anna’s direction. ‘‘I guess I just didn’t think they’d want to get rid of it.. Not with all the history.’‘ 

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blackwellmaisie‌:

“Well it’s a good they’re so young then because you have all that time to learn and love them and turn them into wonderful people just like you are.” She smiled at him genuinely, but it fell slightly when he spoke. “I’m sorry Jamie I didn’t mean it like that. I was only kidding. C’mon, let’s just get you ready for tomorrow.” 

‘‘They might only be six, but they act like they’re about sixteen. I’m dreading the day when they’re all grown up and don’t need me anymore.’‘ Jamie gave Maisie a sad smile, before letting out a chuckle. ‘‘I know, I was being sarcastic Mais.. It’s okay, I don’t start for a couple days..’‘ 

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elliexbarnes‌:

“That makes you a good father,” Her own father couldn’t care if she even made it back home, ever since she turned six he just stopped caring much for her, always sending her off to military school and then doing his best to evade spending any time with her. “I am the youngest so I tend to just do whatever I want and no one really cares – which is good I guess, Celeste had to deal with a lot more expectations than I had. As long as I didn’t get arrested and was breathing that was all they asked for.”

‘‘I’m glad you think so, because I’ve almost convinced myself that I’m failing at this.’‘ Jamie let out a soft chuckle, running a hand through his hair. ‘‘That’s what being the youngest is all about, I love that. I can just imagine Sarah acting like that in a couple years, but she’s only younger by about five minutes.’‘ Jamie smiled. ‘‘Ah.expectations, now thats something I know all to well. Theres a lot that rests on the shoulders of being the oldest.’‘ 

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lydivscott‌:

Her lips parted in disbelief when her brother stuck his tongue out at her and when he dared to talk about her roots, this was getting ugly. “I’m so telling mom this and dad, oh yes — I’m so going to tell dad that” She pulls her iPhone out and slid the camera on before text her father’s to come in her defense. “You are the one playing dirty because mum raised you better than to say a woman’s age and besides, I’m 33 and you are 36 — who’s closer than 40?” Her lips soon curled into a devilish grin, proud moment she conquered scare him away with her abilities. “Is not dark, is call being fair so you better rethink call me old” She finishes, proudly, but the happiness in her face soon faded in the mention of the C word. Lydia was sure at this point that Sammy had told about their encounter and her brother and her were just avoiding the subject. But oh boy, how could shhe be so wrong. “I didn’t get one, so — “

Jamie couldn’t help but to laugh at his sister, it had been this way since they were kids; but he loved it. The look on her face when he teased her. ‘’Oh come on Lyds.. you may be getting old, but you still act like you’re five. Calling daddy when theres trouble.’’ he rolled his eyes at his little sister. ‘’You’re different, you’re my little sister. I can bully you all i want. In fact it’s my job to make sure that you don’t get too big for your boots.’’ Jamie smirked at Lydia, running a hand through his hair. ‘’That’s where we’re different little sister, I’ve accepted that I’m an old man at this point. Accepted my fate, if you will.’’ Jamie shrugged his shoulders before his smile faltered at the mention of Carter. ‘’Look, Lydia.. I’m not trying to make it a thing, or be obstructive. But those are my children, and I don’t want them stuck in the middle of it.. They adore him, and I’m not going to remove someone else they love from their lives, they’ve been through enough.’’ Jamie said sadly looking down at his feet. 

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pagingdrblackwell‌:

“Ah,” she tapped her index finger to her forehead. The Scott family was legendary in these parts. Tree Hill was practically built off their shoulders and all those who happened to be interconnected. “Hugs are the universal sign of comfort so you got me there.” Jamie Scott was one of the better ones. Everyone had their baggage and dealt with it or ran from it. Hannah’s death came suddenly but Jamie soldiered on because his children needed him and he heeded their cries. Marley respected the way he’d continued to be the hero of his story even in the shallowed pit of despair. “I guess you’re gonna have to leave that up to the universe to decide. I gotta keep a hold on mystique.” Her cheeks warmed at the compliment, a rosy tint following as she submitted to the ease. “I’m just saying! No matter what though I’ll be here to support you both. You with tissues and her with feminine guidance.”

“Well I was thinking something that’ll help us brave the cold. Jamison and some star gazing,” her eyes lifted to the ceiling. Her days spent busing tables provided Marley with the best hiding places in town. The Rooftop oasis that sat above Karen’s was the best place to feel detached from the chaos whilst still enjoying the view of the town. She hopped over the counter, dropping down on her heels, hoping their stash was there. With a victorious little dance, her delicate fingers curled around the fine glass neck of the bottle replacing it with a fifty dollar bill for whomever would sneak in to stock it. “Shall we, Jamie?” Marley bit down on her bottom lip with her free hand wiggling out for his. 

There was a part of Jamie that felt guilty, that he was doing this. Sitting flirting with another woman, it felt like he was cheating on Hannah. Of course, you can’t cheat on someone who’s dead. But the wedding ring that Jamie still wore on his finger seemed to weigh more, and the fingers on his other hand seemed to move over to fiddle with the ring for a brief moment. Pushing the thoughts to the back of his head, he didn’t want to have to think about everything in excruciating detail right now. ‘’Of course, can’t go spilling all your secrets this early in the night.’’ He smiled softly in her direction, noticing the slight rosy tint that flooded her cheeks at his compliment. ‘’Well then we’ll both be very lucky to have you. But you might have to give me an alibi when she brings a boy home..’’ 

‘Jamison and Star Gazing, now that’s like you’ve just plucked my own thoughts directly out of my head.’‘ Jamie smirked at Marley. The rooftop at Karens had been such a hideout when he’d been growing up, he couldn’t even count the amount of night he spent up there doing god knows what. Jamie stood with Marley, letting out a laugh as she hopped over the counter in Karen’s, landing seamlessly on the other side. Eyeing her for a moment, looking at her outstretched hand he couldn’t help the smile that became evident on his face and took her hand. ‘‘By all means, lead the way Marley..’‘ 

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lydivscott‌:

“JAMIE LUCAS SCOTT TAKE THAT BACK” It was on. No matter how old they get, the teasing moments like this one would always take them back to being five and fighting over who gets to watch TV first, until Haley comes into the picture and makes them hug and apologize; to add the pep talk about how siblings should never fight. “You are such an asshole and for your information, I do not have grey hair — Jackass” She replies, slapping him with the closest thing she could lay her hands on and it happens to be a magazine. “You know I can cut you open and make you suffer enough just for the pleasure of it, right? Also know how to kill without leave evidences behind, so if I were you I would be more careful about saying I’m old” Of course it was a joke, but she said it with the best threatening face. “Awful, but I don’t want talk about it. Also, don’t tell mom I said that, but those counsellors are bullshit.” 

‘‘NEVER!’‘ Jamie stuck his tongue out at his little sister, teasing her about her age. Well, that literally never got old- much unlike his sister. ‘‘Well I mean this hair that I just pulled from your head begs to differ, maybe you should start getting your roots done..’‘ Jamie deadpanned, teasingly. Before letting out a gust of air when she hits him in the stomach with a magazine. ‘‘Now that’s just playing dirty, which is totally unfair.’‘ He pouted at his sister, before raising his eyebrows at her mention of surgery. ‘‘That’s dark-- that’s real dark Lyds. Remind me to stop sleeping when you’re near me.’‘ Jamie eyed her carefully leaning back against the counter. ‘‘Okay, but if you want to. I’ll continue to be here to talk all about it. Oh yeah, I totally know that. I’m only going to make her happy.’‘ Jamie shrugged, looking down at the counter for a minute. ‘’Carter showed up at my door the other day? Some warning he was in town might’ve been nice?’’