Chapter Sixteen

"Yes, I am, now we are in a relationship," Josh's admission made my heart race, and I blushed as Amelia and Ava exchanged surprised glances.

Trying to keep up with the unexpected turn of events, I chimed in, "Yes! He asked me out, and I said yes. End of story."

Amelia's eyes sparkled with amusement, while Ava's raised eyebrow hinted at her intrigue.

Amidst it all, Nick seemed to be subtly provoking Josh and he didn't hold back, saying, "Oh, nice. I wish I was friends with my boss; she was hot."

I teased Nick, "I didn't know you had this tendency to use bold words."

Ava responded playfully, "Look at me, talking about hotness."

Nick continued the conversation, "I like hot girls like any other man."

Josh's displeasure was evident, his facial expressions giving him away.

Nick continued, "You see, there's a lot you don't know about me. We haven't seen each other in a long while."

Amelia added, "Is it me, or is it getting hot in here?"

Ava's playful response followed, "Please take off your c