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?"

hall. "First door on the

Joshua headed straight

ajar. As he stepped in, he heard her

"Joshua, Joshua..."

don't you want

sobs, his

her side.

I don't

away her tears,

sleep, Allison seemed to feel

one moment a fierce

leave, the

nuzzling his hand gently.

don't go, don't leave me, I will

heart melted. "I'm here. I'm

with affection, feeling the warmth of her face

bittersweet happiness washed over him. He sat by her side, watching her for what

to head out, peeked through the door and

leaned down and pressed

murmuring softly, wrapping her arms around