Girl Get Rid Of That Jerk by Melissa Johns

Chapter 481

The day before Carolyn's birthday.

Allison had just finished lunch when her phone lit up with Carolyn's name.

"Hey, Allie, can you come early tomorrow afternoon?"

Allison blinked. “Isn't your birthday party in the evening?"

"It is, but the cruise sets sail in the afternoon. We're spending two days at sea- just for fun."

"Oh, nice! What time should I be there?"

"We'll leave once everyone arrives, but I want to see you sooner. So come as early as you can, okay?"

"Sure thing."

day, the weather couldn't have been better-sunny and bright, with just the right

a little makeup, and clipped her hair up in a quick twist. She didn't bother with a fancy hairstyle or heavy makeup. It was Carolyn's day, after all—she didn't want to outshine the

lounging on the couch with a relaxed smile. Allison packed a small suitcase with a change of clothes and her essentials, then let Joshua lead her out of the villa with his arm around her

John, was behind the

endless blue, the kind that instantly puts you in a good mood. The sea breeze was cool and salty, brushing away any traces of sleepiness. White sailboats and sleek yachts lined the docks, but one ship stood out—a huge, gleaming white cruise liner, elegant and grand like a palace floating on

Carolyn's birthday

up to the ship's entrance. Uniformed hostesses greeted guests with bright, practiced smiles. Crew members in

the light with every step. The skirt rippled like sunlight on water, soft and

you made it! I've been waiting for you," Carolyn said, her face lighting up as she hurried over. She glanced at Joshua

his first time attending one of her

the little shift in Carolyn's smile and couldn't resist teasing, "So, were you

eyes, pretending to be offended.

her a neatly wrapped gift. "Happy birthday, Luna. This

"Thanks, Allie! I actually got something