The Luna Choosing Game

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.

meal, he only picked at

Bridget, who was still talking to Olivia and Lilliana, then started to make our exit.

to Susie, so we stopped there. While Elva and Susie were speaking, I looked at

sorry,” I told him.

shook his head.

by Julian of all people.

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

out. I smiled at him. “You are a good friend to me,

+15 BÔNUS

matched my smile. “Come on, that’s bullshit. I’m a terrible friend.” He

when I sobered. “I mean it. You’ve been there for me. I haven’t had many people

he said. He took my hand then, and squeezed

felt closer to him that I ever had before. I kept waiting for him to ruin the moment with some smartass

silence, Veronica

said. He nodded at her in acknowledgement. “How is

question startled both me

“Joyce?” Julian asked.