Girl Get Rid Of That Jerk by Melissa Johns

Chapter 249

Chapter 249

They were at the restaurant, tucked away in a swanky private room Eric had booked. The space was perfect for a

larger gathering, with a table that could easily seat ten, even though there were just five of them.

Eric pulled out a chair for Joshua and gave a slight bow, gesturing for him to sit. "Mr. Fisher, your seat," he said.

Joshua was used to people trying to curry favor. He slid into the chair without a second thought. But for Allison,

seeing how people treated the CEO of Fisher Corporation was a new experience. Here was a man who wore

aloofness like a second skin, his demeanor icy and distant, a stark contrast to the warm, apron- clad chef she'd

known him to be in private moments.

Mills took up the seat on Joshua's right side as soon as he sat down. Eric, taking care not to overstep boundaries,

chose a spot to Joshua's left, leaving a seat empty between them. It's close enough for business talk, but not too

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close to make Mr. Fisher uncomfortable.

Pierce settled in next to Eric. Allison, on the other hand, picked the chair furthest from Joshua, directly across

from him. Joshua leaned back, his eyes cool and assessing as they swept over Allison, a hint of disappointment

flitting across his face. Mills caught this and sighed internally. What a tangled pair.

Once everyone was settled, Eric nudged the menu over to Joshua. "Mr. Fisher, please," he prompted.

Joshua casually glanced through it, rattling off a few dishes before handing it back. Eric added a few more meaty

options to the order.

Allison kept her gaze downcast, refusing to meet Joshua's eyes. Instead, she focused on the glass, her mind

wandering. The dishes he ordered were all the ones she loved.

A mix of frustration and confusion bubbled up inside her. They were broken up, yet here he was, inviting her to

dinner and ordering her favorites. Was he trying to play the role of the devoted ex?

With Eric and Pierce around, she couldn't just get up and leave, though staying put felt suffocating. She couldn't

get Joshua's intention.

He made small talk with those around him, yet his gaze continually drifted to her. She sat quietly, like a little

quail with her head bowed, not even touching her phone. Joshua had to resist the urge to reach over, tousle her

hair, or wrap her in a comforting hug.

When the food arrived, Allison kept her focus on eating. She was starving. After running into Joshua and Megan

at that flight, she's too upset to get any food. Besides, she had missed breakfast before rushing to play tennis

that morning. Her stomach was empty. She wasn't interested in the men's conversation, instead concentrating

on her meal.

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Meanwhile, Joshua agreed to a collaboration with Infinique Ventures, promising to handle contract details soon.

Eric was. thrilled celebrating with a few drinks. As the alcohol took effect, he relaxed, launching into tales of his

rise to success, talking animatedly.

While Eric and Pierce were engrossed in their drinks and

conversation, they failed to t

Joshua's subtle actions. His

attention was on Allison, and

quietly spun the glass turntable to ensure her favorite dishes landed in front of her. Mills, however, saw it all.