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."

still felt like she was just a girl next

so I bought you a car. The paperwork's sorted. Just give me your address,

Allison felt a mix of embarrassment

an arranged marriage with Joshua, and her

Havenbrook, she led a simple life with no car or house to her

friends had jokingly offered to

them to get by. Once she found steady

had run to Havenbrook to escape marrying him, yet here Joshua was,

of emotions, Allison gripped her phone

really not necessary. I manage just fine

"Allie, are you being so distant because you're

instinctively shook her head and then realized he couldn't

"No, Joshua. I agreed to the marriage because I wanted to. It's just that I'll be heading back to Oak Lake soon, so there's no need for

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

Allison hesitated, unsure

for court

was caught

you know about my court session