Girl Get Rid Of That Jerk by Melissa Johns

Chapter 19

Allison picked up her phone and dialed Joshua's number.

He answered almost instantly, his voice warm and inviting. "Allie, do you like the dresses?"

"Yeah," Allison replied. "Which one do you think looks best on me?"

Joshua chuckled softly, his tone filled with affection. "Didn't I mention that if you like them, just go for all of them? I've already asked my assistant to reserve each one."

"Wow, that was quick. I just sent you my message."

"I was worried they'd sell out. They're limited editions, you know."

"Thank you, Joshua."

"Allie, you're my fiancée now, and we're family. I'm supposed to take care of you."

though he spoke the truth, Allison still felt like she was just a girl next door being tutored by Joshua, the

the way, Allie, I know catching a cab in Havenbrook can be a hassle, so I bought you a car. The paperwork's sorted. Just give me your address, and I'll have someone

a mix

marriage with Joshua, and her dad had cut off

Havenbrook, she led a simple life with no

to "sponsor" her, but

borrowed only a little money from them to get by. Once she

Havenbrook to escape marrying him, yet here Joshua was, holding no grudges and even offering to buy

Allison gripped

really not necessary. I manage just fine

"Allie, are you being

instinctively shook her head and

I wanted to. It's just that I'll

Once you're back in Oak Lake, I can have it delivered

hesitated, unsure how

a neighboring city for court soon?

caught

about my court session