Chapter 219

“Gwen told me about how her sisters, her cousin, Jordan, and even her mom and aunt adore you. She said they love to tease and flirt with you because you’re a great guy and because you’d never take advantage of them. She’s really proud of you and she really, really loves you. Now I know why. You’re the best guy I ever met. Can I be a special friend like Gwen’s sisters and Jordan? Can I treat you like a brother and tease you like that? Will I ever even see you again?”

“Ashley’s coming to L.A. with us, and then to Florida. She’s going to keep an eye out for me by acting as my assistant, whatever that means. I bet she’d be glad to have you visit some weekend or even longer after school is out. I’ll always be your friend and would love to have you be another sister. I want all the quality people I can find to be my friends and family. You certainly fit the bill. Would you like to see us make the movie?”

Gwen had gone to bed at eleven and was sleeping when Becky came into the