Girl Get Rid Of That Jerk by Melissa Johns

Chapter 242

Olivia made sure her friend got home safe and sound, giving the housekeeper some last-minute instructions before heading out herself.

Allison was sprawled on the bed, mumbling gibberish. Shannon had just reached the kitchen to whip up some hangover coffee when the doorbell rang.

When she opened the door, Shannon was caught off guard. "Mr. Fisher, what are you doing here?"

"How is she?"

"Ms. Allison had a bit too much. I was about to make some coffee to help her sober up."

Joshua pulled out a few bills from his wallet. "You can take the night off; I'll look after her."

Shannon took the money. "Alright, Mr. Fisher, just give me a sec to pack some things."

She stepped aside, letting Joshua in.

He walked in, bringing with him the scent of booze and the chill of the night. He cast a cursory glance around the place. Javier had treated Allison fairly well; the house was pretty decent.

Shannon placed a steaming cup of tea on the coffee table. "Please, have a seat, Mr. Fisher. I won't be long."

"Where's her room?"

pointed down the hall. "First door

bothering to rest, Joshua headed straight to

in, he heard her muttering

"Joshua, Joshua..."

you

her soft sobs,

moved to her side. Allison continued her fragmented sleep

jerk... I don't want

her tears, his voice soothing and tender. "Yeah, I'm a big

Allison seemed to feel Joshua's presence and instinctively

dream emotions swung wildly, one moment

to leave, the next a

nuzzling his hand gently.

go, don't leave

melted. "I'm here.

gaze was soft, overflowing with affection, feeling the

him. He sat by her side, watching her for what

through the door and saw

pressed a gentle kiss on

sense something, murmuring softly, wrapping her arms around