Chapter 9

Josephine’s POV

I was beyond embarrassed. Elle was still standing before me, giving me that all-knowing look. I bit down on my lower lip, eyes downcast like I had just committed some heinous crime that deserved the highest punishment ever known to man.

“You’re always one step ahead of me,” I said with an awkward smile.

Elle joined in, even grinning more than myself. She was wearing her undergarments now, a pair of pink lace lingerie. It fit her perfectly.

I could not keep the nagging thoughts from my mind.

“How did you know?” I inquired, still gazing at Elle in surprise.

She fixed her bra strap in place before she responded.

“It was easy,” she said. “I would have done the same. Plus, your facade was too obvious. Who uses ear pods after hearing such a juicy intro? I just didn’t buy it.”

“Hmm,” I wrapped my arms across my chest. “And Tave? Do you think he bought it?”

Elle shrugged. She was standing before the mirror now, admiring h