Girl Get Rid Of That Jerk (Williams and Shawn) novel Chapter 242

Olivia made sure her friend got home safe and sound, giving the housekeeper some last-minute instructions before heading out herself.

Allison was sprawled on the bed, mumbling gibberish. Shannon had just reached the kitchen to whip up some hangover coffee when the doorbell rang.

When she opened the door, Shannon was caught off guard. “Mr. Fisher, what are you doing here?”

“How is she?”

“Ms. Allison had a bit too much. I was about to make some coffee to help her sober up.”

Joshua pulled out a few bills from his wallet. “You can take the night off; I’ll look after her.”

Shannon took the money. “Alright, Mr. Fisher, just give me a sec to pack some things.”

She stepped aside, letting Joshua in.

He walked in, bringing with him the scent of booze and the chill of the night. He cast a cursory glance around the place. Javier had treated Allison fairly well; the house was pretty decent.

Shannon placed a steaming cup of tea on the coffee table. “Please, have a seat, Mr. Fisher. I won’t be long.”

“Where’s her room?”

Shannon pointed down the hall. “First door on the left.”

Without bothering to rest, Joshua headed straight to Allison’s room. The door was slightly ajar. As he stepped in, he heard her muttering in her sleep.

“Joshua, Joshua…”

“Why don’t you want me…”

Hearing her soft sobs, his heart twisted painfully.

He quickly moved to her side. Allison continued her fragmented sleep talk. “Joshua, you’re a jerk… I don’t want you… Go away…”

She seemed to sense something, murmuring softly, wrapping her arms around Joshua’s neck. “Joshua…”

Her voice had a sweet, playful lilt.

Joshua’s spine tingled, a soft shiver spreading through him. His gentle kisses trailed from her brow to her cheeks, lips, and down to her collarbone, lingering there and at her neck.

That night, Joshua stayed.

Allison was too drunk to notice. He carried her to the bathroom and gave her a bath, throughout which she remained blissfully unaware.

Afterward, he tucked her into bed gently.

He sat in the chair beside her, watching her sleep, his expression full of gentle tenderness.

As dawn broke, Joshua finally rose, giving the sleeping girl one last tender look before quietly slipping away.