Page 78 of Unraveling the Truth About Love
“She’s supportive.” Relief swept through her.Thank you! Xox.
She listened to Josh’s voicemail and then put her phone away.
“Don’t you feel better?” Jade asked.
Riley let out a sigh. “I do, and I’m glad Mia texted. I guessI’ve made a friend. Thank goodness, because it’s been weird not having any girlfriends.”
“Hey, what about me?” Jade feigned a frown.
“You’ll always be my best friend, but you’re here, and sometimes I need someone there, too. Thank you, Jade. I feel much better having read Josh’s text and hearing his message. He said he’s met with the PI, and he thinks we’re in good hands. Knowing how much heloves me does help.”If I could only remember that ten minutes from now.
“Riley, this stuff will pass. It’ll all work out.”
“But what if it doesn’t? What if we can’t clear my name? Josh hasn’t said anything, but can she sue me for my own designs? And by now the whole world has heard about it. What must Max think? Oh my gosh, poor Max. I’ve got to call her.”
“She’s fine. I talked to her earliertoday. She said Treat told her it was all lies.”
“I can’t believe the way the Bradens go to bat for one another,” Riley said. “Before seven o’clock this morning, both Treat and Savannah had already called Josh.”
“Let me tell you something. All that family loyalty stuff, it’s genuine. I see it on a daily basis with Rex, and not just for his family members. He’s just as loyal and protective ofme and even my family, which I didn’t expect at all, given our family histories.”
“Whatever their father did when he was raising them, he did well, I guess.” Riley remembered the conversation she’d had with Josh about how different he’d felt from his brothers. She didn’t think he was so different after all. He didn’t hesitate to go to bat for her once the initial shock had worn off. She pickedup her phone and texted him again.
Sorry for everything. Can’t wait to see you. Miss you already.
