CHAPTER NINE
At The Top Chain
"Rodney, you're amazing!" I said as he walked in carrying Velma. "How did you get here?"
Rodney smiled. "A little bird told me."
I couldn't believe he was here in Los Angeles. It was just what I needed.
"Was that really Mike?" Rodney asked, putting Velma on the couch.
I nodded. "Yeah, that was him."
"He looked pretty shocked to see me," Rodney said.
I laughed. "I know. It was perfect."
We sat down, and Rodney told me how he got here. Velma had answered my phone and told him where we were.
"I'm glad you came," I said. "It really helped."
Rodney smiled. "That's what friends are for."
Friends. That word made me think. Rodney had kissed my cheek earlier. Was that just part of the act? Or did he want more?
We were quiet for a bit. I couldn't stop thinking about Mike. I hated that I still cared what he thought.
"Do you need protection from that jerk?" Rodney asked suddenly.
I shook my head. "No, I can handle Mike."
"So you're staying here?" Rodney asked.
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