She seems pleased to have been invited since we haven’t really hung out outside of work. This whole situation has made me realize how much I need to make new friends. I got together with Al when I first moved to the city and meeting other people just wasn’t a priority. I didn’t realize how isolated I was until I needed help. Everly and Marie bound through the door with wine and a huge box of chocolates. After introducing Janet, we settle around my kitchen counter, sipping wine. “Ugh,” Ev moans, glaring at her soft drink. “Nine months without alcohol.” “But you have the perfect excuse to gorge on chocolate,” Janet points out. “Next time we can go dancing,” I suggest. “Another few weeks and my ankle will be able to handle it.” “Sounds great,” Marie replies. I haven’t seen her since I broke down and told her the truth about Al at our book club. We weren’t close before. Truthfully, we’d never talked outside of the club, but when she saw my bruises through my makeup, she jumped to help me.
What do You think about Parker (Striking Back #3)?
