The Luna Choosing Game by Jane Above Story

Chapter 0409

She was probably used to rubbing elbows with celebrities. But polite manners were polite manners.

I was suddenly very annoyed on Julian’s behalf.

Maybe it was time I really lean into this and give this fake relationship my all.

I leaned forward again. “Bridget?”

Bridget stopped talking to Olivia to glance at me. “Yes, Piper?”

“Did I ever tell you how great of a boyfriend Julian is?” I hadn’t because I had never told anyone because it was all lies. “He’s so attentive and exciting. We’re always doing something new.”

“That’s nice,” she said, smiling kindly. “I’m really very glad that you two found each other.”

God help Julian, she seemed so genuine, like she really was glad her old friend found someone who cared about him and vice versa.”

Olivia then pulled away Bridget’s attention again, bringing her back into their conversation.

I glanced at Julian. His jaw was clenched tightly.

of the meal, he only picked at his

we said goodbye to Bridget, who was still talking to

to say hi to Susie, so we stopped there. While Elva and

sorry,” I told him.

shook his head.

word was like ice. It startled me, being frozen out like that, by Julian of all people.

I appreciate you trying.” He laughed a little, though it was weak. “Honestly, you’ve been the best friend I’ve ever

me up from the inside out. I smiled at him. “You

+15 BÔNUS

my smile. “Come on, that’s bullshit. I’m a terrible friend.” He said it so matter–of–factly

when I sobered. “I mean it. You’ve been there for me. I haven’t had many people in my life that I can trust,

took my hand then, and

him to ruin

our comfortable silence, Veronica approached

her in acknowledgement. “How is Prince Joyce?”

question startled both me

“Joyce?” Julian asked.