Let me compose myself and go back to where the trio couple is at. Trio couple? Really Kattie, is that even a word? I chuckle to myself a bit there.
Becky, Billy, and Quan are lounging comfortably, sipping their drinks and chatting softly. They greet me warmly as I sit back down, careful to keep my expression neutral despite the turmoil in my head.
"I just checked on the kids."
I say casually, picking up my wine glass again.
"They're out like lights. Thanks for putting them to bed, Quan."
"Anytime."
He replies with a smile.
"They're great kids."
I nod, taking a small sip of wine to steady myself.
"So, Quan, I've been meaning to ask... where are you from originally?"
He chuckles lightly.
"Oh, I've told this story so many times. Born and raised in Montclair. My parents moved here when I was in my early teens, though. It was a big change, but it worked out."