Girl Get Rid Of That Jerk by Melissa Johns

Chapter 228

The young girl gently pressed her lips together, feeling grateful for Allison's kindness. "Thanks, Ms. Allison."

"Hey, we're off the clock. Just call me Allie or even Allison," Allison insisted with a warm smile.

Joy grinned, "Alright, Allison."

Allison picked a cozy spot by the window. "The view's fantastic here; you can see the city lights twinkling."

"Yeah," Joy replied, taking a seat across from Allison, still a bit shy.

"Go ahead and order whatever you like," Allison said, passing her the menu.

Joy waved it off, "You choose. I'm good with anything."

Allison nodded and took the menu back, ordering some classic barbecue and a few veggies.

The raw meat arrived swiftly, and the server took care of the grilling. Once the meat was perfectly cooked and plated, Allison thanked the server and let them go.

"So, what's been going on?" Allison asked, leaning in a little.

around and the vibe just right, Joy opened

"Patricia Collins?"

"Yeah."

with her much but had heard bits from colleagues. Patricia was known for her unpredictable moods- super

he was just an assistant and could leave easily, but Joy was in a different boat. She'd passed the bar in April and needed to wrap up a year-long internship before she could move

she go

divorce client who's

evidence, and she just ignored me.

me for

with the complaint I drafted, demanding $30,000 for

damages, and asking for $30,000 would just hike up her court fees. I explained this, but she wouldn't listen. So, I turned to Patricia for advice,

Patricia called the client herself, explaining exactly what I had. When

client still

ridiculous demands.

the client was tough "I

it out on me, called me into her office and really let me have it. tried to

story, tears started to well