Girl Get Rid Of That Jerk (Williams and Shawn)

Joshua chuckled, "Oh, really? I have to disagree. If someone turns you down once, they're likely to do it again-no feelings mean no feelings. But if you've loved once, you can fall in love again, because love is love, and not loving is simply not loving."

Watson's lips tightened, and his eyes were dark and unreadable, like a bottomless pit.noveldrama

"Mr. Fisher, are you really that sure of yourself?" Watson replied with a cool edge. "How does a heart heal after being broken? When you give everything to love someone, only to be hurt deeply, who would be foolish enough to offer a second chance to be hurt again?"

Joshua's smile faded, and he fell silent.

The elevator soon reached the basement parking lot. The doors slid open.

Joshua stepped out first, with Watson following slowly, his face composed. Alright, Joshua, let's see how this plays out.

After work on Friday, Allison tidied up her desk and headed out, bumping into Watson along the way.

Watson looked calm as he said, "Allison, there's something I need to clear up with you, or it'll just keep bothering me."

"What's up?" Allison asked.

"It's not the best place to talk here," Watson suggested. "Want to take a walk in the park nearby and chat?"

Seeing the seriousness in Watson's expression, Allison hesitated before nodding, "Sure."

It was late April, and the days were getting longer.

Around six in the evening, the last glow of sunset was fading. The air was warm.

Allison wore a light gray suit, her long hair pulled back, with a few strands catching the evening breeze, giving her a casually elegant look.

Watson's breath hitched for a moment.

He walked beside her, the two moving in step, as Allison looked straight ahead, oblivious to the affection in Watson's gaze.

"Watson, what did you want to talk about?" Allison asked, her tone steady.

"It's about my aunt trying to set us up," Watson began.

Allison paused for a moment.

"Honestly, I never had those intentions. My aunt's just playing

matchmaker, and I didn't mat

make things awkward for you," Watson said apologetically. "I you as a colleague and a friend. I

didn't want this to come between us,

so I thought it best to clear things

up."

Allison let out a small sigh of relief, "Since you feel the same, that's a relief. I was worried..."

"Worried about what?"

"Oh, nothing," Allison replied casually. "I'm glad we're on the same page-as colleagues and friends."

Watson's voice was gentle, "If my aunt tries setting us up again or invites you out, feel free to turn her down."

"Okay."

"Allison, do you have a sister about Julia's age?"

Allison asked, "How old is Julia now?"

"She'll turn seven in just over a month."

"Then she's about a year younger than my sister."

"Close enough," Watson said. "Would you like to introduce them? It's good for kids to have more friends. We Can't really replace friends their own age."

Allison nodded in agreement.

Lizzy was still in therapy, and having more friends might help her recovery.

"I'll check with her," Allison said. "My sister's been through some things lately, so I need to make sure she's okay with meeting new friends before I can let you know."

"Sounds good."