Girl Get Rid Of That Jerk (Williams and Shawn) novel Chapter 114

Allison couldn't help but ask, "Don’t you have a rough idea when it all began?"

Joshua thought for a moment. "If I had to pick a time, it was probably back in high school. Remember when David was bothering you? I stood up to him, and that's when it hit me—my feelings for you were different."

Allison gave a playful pout. "You hid it pretty well."

Joshua affectionately ruffled her hair. "I had to wait for you to grow up."

A touch of sadness clouded his eyes. "After you graduated college, I went to your dad to propose. But you weren't on board and ended up leaving home."

Feeling a bit guilty, Allison looked away, mumbling, "I... I thought my dad was just using me for business deals. How was I supposed to know you had it all planned? You never told me."

Joshua suddenly put on a dramatic expression. "Ouch, my wound really hurts."

Allison panicked and quickly checked his side. "What happened? Did you bump it? Let me call a nurse."

Joshua swiftly pulled her into a hug, resting his chin on her head. His voice was soft and soothing. "A hug will fix it."

Allison laughed, "You're just teasing me."

"No," Joshua whispered, gently stroking her silky hair. "It really hurts. Be a sweetheart and let me hold you—it'll make it all better."

Allison nestled her head against Joshua's chest, taking in his comforting presence.

...

Shawn was making his way through the hotel lobby after a business dinner when a voice stopped him.

"Shawn."

When he turned around, he found himself facing a young woman he didn’t recognize.