Chapter 123

Joshua kept his expression neutral as he told Jasmine that he was done with Whitney, but it was clear that the whole thing had gotten to him. Earlier, Jasmine had ordered a few beers. Joshua hadn't planned on drinking, but now, he grabbed a bottle, popped the cap open, and took a slow sip. Jasmine, who was as sharp as always, noticed his restlessness. She didn't comment, though. Instead, she just quietly opened her own bottle and drank along. As the pizzeria staff began closing up for the night, the two finally settled their bill and stepped outside. Somehow, between slices of pizza, Jasmine had managed to finish two whole beers. A rush of cold wind greeted them the second they walked out, making her head spin harder from the beer. Joshua glanced over just in time to see her wobble. Before she could stumble, he reached out and caught her. Jasmine steadied herself, then looked up at him, her smile faint, and waved him off. "I'm fine. I just got a little dizzy for a second." Joshu