Girl Get Rid Of That Jerk by Melissa Johns

Breanna asked, "So, do your parents know you two are living together?"

Joy hesitated, then shook her head. "I haven't told them yet."

Breanna just gave her that "knew it❞ look.

Allison jumped in, "If London's moving in, what about Peyton? She's still in elementary school, right?"

"Yeah, Peyton's staying with us. We want to rent a two-bedroom for now, and once we save enough for a down payment, we'll buy a place in Oak Lake and settle down."

Allison warned, "Make sure you check for formaldehyde or any weird chemicals this time. Don't end up with another toxic place like before." She glanced at Breanna. "Same goes for you. Remember, London's little sister only got leukemia because of that kind of apartment. Luckily, London was fine."

Breanna nodded. "Don't worry, I'll be careful."

But she still looked a little frustrated. She turned to Joy, "I still don't think you should move in with your boyfriend so soon."

"Breanna, it's really okay. Allison's even met him before-and she helped him out a lot. Ask her! Isn't London a genuinely good guy, Allison?"

Breanna looked at Allison. "Allie, you know her boyfriend?"

helped them find a bone marrow match. London's a good

your choice what you do. I just want you to be happy,

well, Breanna. Here, let me toast you."

"Cheers!"

you get married, don't forget

Joy laughed. "Of course!"

introduce me to your boyfriend

Joy nodded. "Definitely."

hotpot for over an hour,

the end, both Joy and

few beers and was looking a little tipsy. She turned

and asked why isnt

to pick

smiled. "He's working late, making some

out her phone to

I'll drive you both home. I'd

living near Summit & Vale Solicitors, about ten kilometers away, and Breanna lived closer just three kilometers from Owens Legal

called out to Joy, "Come on, let's get you