I'm sorry, can we back up to the part where your mother just SHOWED UP? Without warning? That woman needs to learn about boundaries. And maybe the concept of calling first.
Jess
Stella, be careful. This feels very familiar and I've seen how these things can get... complicated. Don't get sucked in and mistake the fake feelings for something else.
Natalie
Or DO get sucked in because Brandon is hot and you're both single and life is short
Blair
Natalie, you're not helping.
Stella
We're just friends, and he's just helping me out. It's only for a few days. What could go wrong?
Sophia
Famous last words…
Jess
Literally never ask that question. It's like asking the universe to intervene.
Natalie
Keep us posted! I want details. ALL the details.
Blair
Gotta run, baby time, but Stella, you're a grown woman with your own life. Just remember you are the one in charge!
Stella
Thanks guys. Wish me luck.
Sophia
You've got this. And Brandon's got your back.
Jess
Just…be careful. Fake dating can get messy fast.
Natalie
Or don't be careful at all! Sometimes messy can be fun
thirteen
. . .
Stella
“So, when did we start dating?”Brandon asks, adjusting his collar in the mirror by his front door. He's wearing dark jeans and a maroon button-down shirt that brings out his eyes, and I'm trying very hard not to notice how good he looks when he's dressed for a night out.
“Let's keep it as close to the truth as possible,” I say, smoothing down my light blue wrap dress for the third time. “We started hanging out when I moved in across the hall, and then one thing led to another.”
