Your Gold Digger is Actually A True Heiress by Vera Fiore

Chapter 216

After that day , Thalia didn't see Asher for almost two weeks . When Lucia came to the firm to discuss a case , Thalia learned that Asher had flown overseas to handle issues with an international branch of his company . During those two weeks , Thalia buried herself in work , barely coming up for air . Several of Blackwood Group's cases had been filed in court , with hearings scheduled for a month later . Marcus and Sophia's divorce case was coming up sooner - next Thursday .

That evening after work , Thalia joined Alana , Lucy Jenkins , and Katie for dinner at a fried chicken place near the office . With their food spread across the table , the women chatted while enjoying their meal . Lucy had been renting an apartment near downtown , but her lease was about to expire , and she was hunting for a new place . Katie happened to be looking for a larger apartment and suggested , " Why don't you move in with me ? I've been thinking about upgrading anyway .

We could get a two - bedroom together and split the costs . " Lucy hesitated , fidgeting with her napkin . " What's wrong ? " Katie asked , eyeing her suspiciously . " Don't want to live with me or something ? " Lucy took a sip of her soda , looking suddenly uncomfortable . " It's not that , Katie . It's just … I , um … " " You what ? " Katie laughed . " Did the hot sauce short - circuit your brain? " A telltale blush crept across Lucy's cheeks .

" I'm actually planning to move in with my boyfriend . " Katie's jaw dropped , and the chicken wing she was holding fell back onto her plate . " You're WHAT ? Moving in with your boyfriend ? " Thalia also looked at Lucy with surprise . " You and Mark are official now ? " Lucy nodded , her blush deepening . " How long have you two been together ? " Thalia asked . " Almost three months , " Lucy admitted , dabbing at her mouth with a napkin . Katie frowned , leaning forward earnestly .

" Lucy , honey , three months is way too soon to be shacking up . You barely know the guy . " " I have to side with Katie on this one , " Thalia said seriously . " I know Mark seems like a good guy , but moving in together this quickly ? I'm worried you're rushing things . " " Trust me , I'm speaking from experience here , " Katie said , her expression darkening . " Ask Thalia how we met . I was in college in New York when I got played by this total jerk . Lived with him for two years .

. " As she spoke , Katie's indignation visibly rose . She slammed her hand on the table , making their drinks jump . "

was clearly our agreed - upon arrangement ! In two years , all the gifts he ever gave me didn't even add up to $ 75 . Meanwhile , I bought him a pair of sneakers that cost $ 150 , not to mention all those stupid game add - ons I kept buying him . Just … think about this carefully , okay ? " Lucy looked embarrassed . " I appreciate your

We're serious about each other . " " You've introduced him to your parents ? " Thalia asked , genuinely surprised . " When did this happen ? " " During the May Day weekend , " Lucy explained . " They really liked him . We're just a regular family , and Mark has a stable job

shy away from challenges . My parents approve of our relationship . " Katie raised an eyebrow . " But do they approve of you two living together ? " Lucy hesitated before shaking her head . " I haven't exactly told them that part . " Katie gave her an " I knew it " look . Thalia asked , " What about Teresa ? She's still in elementary school , right ? Is she going ve with you both ? " " Yes ,

sure you test for formaldehyde levels before you sign any lease , Thalia warned . " You don't want to end up in another toxic apartment . " She glanced at Katie .

. " Chapter 216 " Katie , it's really okay , " Lucy insisted . " Thalia's met Mark

. " I'm just trying to look out for you . Whether you take my advice or not is up to you . Obviously , I hope things work out . I want

the time comes . " Lucy grinned . " You'll be first on the guest list . " Katie added , " And bring Mark around sometime so I can give him the third degree . " " Deal , " Lucy laughed . Their dinner stretched on for over an hour . By the end , both Lucy and Katie were stuffed and slightly tipsy from the beers they'd shared . Katie swayed a little as she asked , " Why isn't your