Girl Get Rid Of That Jerk by Melissa Johns

Allison went with the police to the station to give her statement.

By the time Carolyn woke up, it was almost eleven in the morning. Allison had already finished at the station and was back in the hospital room.

Carolyn opened her eyes, a wave of dizziness washing over her. She looked pale,

and there were still traces of exhaustion lingering on her face. Once her eyes

adjusted to the light, she noticed someone moving around the room.

"Allison?" Carolyn's voice was rough and scratchy.

"You're awake?" Allison turned, relief flickering in her eyes.

Carolyn frowned, confused. "Where am I... Is this a hospital?"

"Yeah," Allison said, handing her a glass of water. "Here, drink some."

Carolyn propped herself up, took the glass, and sipped gratefully. "Thanks."

beside her, her expression soft with concern. "How are you feeling? Any

I feel so weak. What happened? Why am I

creepy guys dragging you outside the bar. I went over because something felt off, and realized they'd drugged you. I called the police, and Brooklyn showed up-she beat those guys

eyes grew wide in shock.

your hormones. You

fell silent, staring at

again, giving her time to process. "Ms. Witt, the person who drugged you is in

you help me? Aren't we supposed

really think I'm that petty? We've got no real beef. How could I just stand by and

glad to see you assaulted just

sorry, Ms. Allison. That

saving me

big deal.

Carolyn finished her water.

you hungry? I can order something.

you're offering, I'd love the Buddha Jumps Over the Wall and