“But you were kissing her.” Jill’s delivery was flat, devoid of emotion.
“No, she kissed me. You have to believe me. I didn’t want her to.”
Jill started to respond, but the loud conversation behind Alex stopped her. Three of Kristen’s friends, who also appeared drunk, joined the heated conversation. Jill’s eyes widened. “I think maybe you better help out Sarah.”
“Stay here with me?” Alex took Jill’s hand, afraid that she would disappear if she turned away.
Jill nodded. Alex gave her a smile before she turned, still holding her hand.
“This must be Alex,” one of the women said.
“Look, Kristen, it looks like you were replaced by the girl next door,” another of the women said, looking Jill up and down.
Kristen stepped forward and sneered at Jill. “This is the best you could replace m
