Girl Get Rid Of That Jerk by Melissa Johns

As one of the partners—and bosses—at the law firm, he never really had to worry

about office hours. This time, he came alone, without little Julia in tow. In his

hands was a bouquet of pale blue flowers, each blossom perfectly chosen and

arranged. The whole thing looked gorgeous.

"Celebrating our Allison finally getting out of the hospital," Watson said, handing

her the flowers.

Allison took them with a grateful smile. "Thank you."

Javier watched her, concern softening his features. "You've lost quite a bit of

weight lately."

Linda jumped in, "Allie, I'm making dinner tonight. Why don't you come home and

let me spoil you a little?"

Allison nodded. "That sounds wonderful. Thank you, Aunt Linda."

Javier grinned, "Your aunt even got you a gift."

Linda shot him a playful glare. "Javier! You ruined the surprise!"

He just laughed. "She still doesn't know what it is, so it's still a surprise, right?"

Allison grinned at Linda. "It's okay, Aunt Linda. Dad's right—if I don't know what

gift is, it still counts

for you too." Olivia handed her a gift bag. "Picked it

Switzerland. Want

the logo—one of

you," she said, her

inside and found a

Allison's lips. "It's gorgeous, Olivia.

don't thank me. Here, let

"Okay."

the watch around Allison's wrist,

perfect on you."

up

up at

a gift. But next

let's go shopping. Anything

want—my treat. Sound good?"

eyes sparkled with laughter. "Deal! Don't blame me if I go

left

and stepped out

air parking

warming their faces.

to her friends. "Thank you

Really."

"You don't have to thank us. We're basically

"Yeah, don't be so

never need to

bit before